Verbena officinalis
Common Vervain
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Common Vervain (Verbena officinalis) - Description
Verbena officinalis, the Common Vervain or Common Verbena, is a perennial herb native to Europe. It grows up to a metre/yard high, with an upright habitus. The lobed leaves are toothed, the delicate spikes hold mauve flowers. This plant prefers limey soils; it is occasionally grown as an ornamental plant but perhaps more often for the powerful properties some herbalists ascribe to it. Propagation is by root cuttings or seed. It is widely naturalised outside its native range, for example in North America.
Common Vervain (Verbena officinalis) - Blooming
Flowers come in many different colors. Blooms in clusters of small, tubular 5-petaled flowers at the tops of floral stems.
Common Vervain (Verbena officinalis) - Growth
All species of Verbena need full sun for their best performance. Does best in hot weather.
Common Vervain (Verbena officinalis) - Planting
Plant in locations that will provide good air circulation. Works well in parking strips along driveways and hanging baskets.
Common Vervain (Verbena officinalis) - Pest
Mildew can be a problem which is why it is best to have good air circulation around the plants.
Common Vervain (Verbena officinalis) - Interesting facts
Verbena has been said throughout history to posses divine qualities. Historically it was called "the tears of Isis". Today the oil is sometimes sold as Spanish Verbena oil and is used in perfumes.
Common Vervain (Verbena officinalis) - Soil and irrigation
Most varieties need little to moderate water, but there are some that need regular water (V. 'Homestead Purple', V. Tamari hybrids).
