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Is this Speedwell (Veronica)?

Discussion in 'Plant ID' started by Canadian Chelsea, Jul 28, 2009.

  1. Canadian Chelsea

    Canadian Chelsea In Flower

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    toni Mistress of Garden Junque Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    I think the leaves are longer on Speedwell, that could be Purple Loosestrife. The color looks more like Loosestrife too. Loosestrife is
    Usually pretty invasive
     
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  3. Canadian Chelsea

    Canadian Chelsea In Flower

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    Thank you Toni, but I honestly don't think it is Purple Loosestrife. My plant is only about a foot tall and has the same leaf as this one:



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  5. Palustris

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    Looks like Veronica spicata to me. Speedwell to me is a creeping blue and white lawn thug!
     
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    Thank you, Palustris. I think you are right. :stew2:
     
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    toni Mistress of Garden Junque Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    Yep, it does look like Veronica spicata (spiked speedwell)
    I had been looking at another variety with larger leaves.

    From what I can find, Speedwell is the common name for any of the various plants of the Genus Veronica and with almost 500 species, it probably does include some creeping varieties.
     
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    Netty Chaotic Gardener Plants Contributor

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    Sure looks like Veronica to me too Chelsea. I have it in pink, blue and white :)
     
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