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Tuberous Vervain (Verbena rigida)

Verbena rigida, Tuberous Vervain, is a perennial herb with upright spikes of vibrant purple flowers, ideal for borders and containers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-drained soil is essential; tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures, tolerates moderate heat.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-drained soil is essential; tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes waterlogged conditions.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures, tolerates moderate heat.

Ideal range 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen to deciduous in colder climates

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Opposite, lanceolate to ovate

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Buchnera montevidensis Spreng. ex Walp.
Verbena scaberrima Cham.
Verbena venosa Gillies & Hook.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyVerbenaceae
  • genusVerbena
  • speciesVerbena rigida
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

Non-toxic

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