Grass-leaf Speedwell, Marsh Speedwell
Veronica scutellata

Family: Plantaginaceae

What it is like

A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 10 cm high and spreads 30 cm across. The leaves are opposite or in rings. They are simple and entire. The flowers are pale blue.

There are about 250 Veronica species. Also put in the family Scrophulariaceae.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant. It grows in ponds and wet places. It is often on acid soils. It needs a sunny position. In Argentina it grows below 500 m above sea level. It is hardy to zone 6. Tasmania Herbarium.

Countries/locations it is found in

Argentina, Australia, Britain, Canada, Europe, Iceland, Japan, Luxembourg, Mongolia, North America, South America, Spain, Tasmania, USA.

How it is used for food

The leaves are eaten raw or cooked. They are bitter.

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from seeds or by division.

Its other names

Local names

Skullcap Speedwell

Synonyms

Cardia scutellata Dulac;