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Green Field Speedwell (Veronica agrestis)

Green Field Speedwell (Veronica agrestis) is a low-growing annual herb with small, pale blue to violet flowers blooming from spring to autumn. It is often found in disturbed soils and open fields.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, moist soils. Tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including poor or disturbed soils.

Temperature

Grows best in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally does not require fertilization.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Tolerates a range of light conditions.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, moist soils. Tolerant of a wide range of soil types, including poor or disturbed soils.

Temperature

Grows best in moderate temperatures.

Ideal range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Generally does not require fertilization.

Light feeding if growth is weak.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.05-0.15 m

Spread

0.2-0.4 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-0.8 cm

Weed Status

Yes

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Synonyms
Cardia agrestis (L.) Dulac
Cochlidiosperma agreste (L.) Opiz
Pocilla agrestis (L.) Fourr.
Veronica alba Mazziari
Veronica calycida Fr. ex Rchb.
Veronica friesiana Knaf
Veronica friesii Chaub.
Veronica obscura Dumort.
Veronica versicolor Drejer
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyPlantaginaceae
  • genusVeronica
  • speciesVeronica agrestis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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