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Moss Verbena
Verbena pulchella
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| Moss Verbena is related to the threatened Beach
Verbena, Glandularia maritima which is the variety native to Florida. |
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Leaves
Moss Verbena has three-lobed, aromatic leaves
which are set on branching stems. Beach Verbena has five-lobed leaves.
Flowers
Moss Verbena flowers are about 1-inch long and half an inch across. They can be
rose, pink, purple, or white in color or any variation among these. The flowers occur
in clumps and bloom from spring until the first frost, providing a food source for many
butterflies.
Fruit
Information not available.
Propagation
Seed or stem cuttings.
Landscape usage
Use Moss Verbena in flower beds or along the front of borders. It also looks nice in
a hanging container. This plant can be mowed down with a lawnmower and will still
come back.
Interesting Facts
Moss Verbena is sometimes called by
landscapers Verbena erinoides, which actually is a synonym for V.
lanciniata. |
Moss Verbena.
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Summary
Type: Flower
Salt Tolerant: Medium
Height: 1 ft
Spread: 3 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low
Hardiness: High
Native: No
Wildlife: Yes
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For more detailed information on this
plant go to:
Volusia Extension |
