Hoary Vervain, Hoary verbena

Verbena stricta

Basic Information

Family: Verbenaceae

Genus: verbena

Plant ID (slug): verbena-stricta

Numeric ID: 25579

USDA Hardiness: 4-8

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Verbena stricta is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

Central N. America - Ontario and Ohio to South Dakota and Wyoming, south to Tennessee and Texas.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Tea A tea-like beverage has been made from the leaves[257].

Medicinal Uses

Febrifuge Stomachic The plant is thought to be specific for fever and ague[207]. An infusion of the leaves has been used in the treatment of stomach aches[257].