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UK Birds-eye Speedwell

Herb Icon Naturalized Flower    
Image of Birds-eye Speedwell
Veronica persica
Family: Plantaginaceae

Flower Properties

Property Value
English Name Birds-eye Speedwell
Scientific Name Veronica persica
MainColor Blue
PlantType Herb Icon Herb
Distribution Naturalized Flower Naturalized
Season Found August (Jan - Dec)
ImageUrl Veronica-006
Photographer DP
Location Found St Albans
Country Found UK
Last Updated 07 September 2026
Photo Quality A

Flower Details

Description

Bird's-eye Speedwell is a low-growing, annual herb with bright blue flowers that have a white centre. The plant typically blooms from early spring to late autumn and has oval, toothed leaves. It is often found in lawns, gardens, and fields.

Distribution

Native to Eurasia, Bird's-eye Speedwell is now widespread across temperate regions, including Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. It thrives in disturbed soils and is commonly seen in urban areas.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - Not considered safe for human consumption.

Human Toxicity
Non_Toxic

Non Toxic - No known harmful effects on humans.

Pet Toxicity Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - Safe for pets, including cats and dogs.

Active Compounds

Aucubin, catalpol, verbascoside.

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