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Verbena officinalis
Vervain
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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.

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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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