Heath Speedwell

Heath Speedwell - Veronica officinalis Veronica officinalis

 

Colour: Lilac / White
Flowering: May - August
Height: Up to 6" (15 cm)
Family: Scrophulariaceae
   

 

Heath Speedwell    


Heath Speedwell differs from other varieties of Speedwell by its flowering stalks growing upright from the low-growing stems. These flower stalks comprise 15 to 25 white / lilac flowers, each just under 1 cm across.
The stalk and the leaves are covered in tiny hairs. The leaves are oval-shaped with a serrated edge.

This Speedwell can be found in woodland, grassland and heathland.

Heath Speedwell - Veronica officinalis
    Heath Speedwell
Heath Speedwell - Veronica officinalis  
Heath Speedwell leaves    

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