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Verbena officinalis Vervain (1 Page of 5) The Verbena officinalis plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Verbenaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Vervain. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Verbena officinalis Common Name: Vervain Family: Verbenaceae Author: L. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.6 Mature Width: 0.5 Habitat: Waste ground and roadsides, avoiding acid soils and shady positions[4, 7, 17].
Edible Uses: Leaves - parboiled, seasoned and then eaten[183].
The leaves are used as a tea substitute[7, 183].
The flowers are used as a garnish[183].
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