Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Purpletop Vervain
MainColor	Magenta
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Native
Season	June
ImageUrl	Verbena-001
Photographer	DP
Location
Human Toxicity	Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

A tall, airy perennial with wiry stems and clusters of tiny purple flowers. A favorite of butterflies and bees, adding height and movement to garden borders.

Distribution

Native to South America. Widely cultivated and naturalised in parts of southern England and coastal regions.

Medicinal/Other Uses

Mildly sedative properties in traditional herbal remedies.

Edibility

Not generally eaten, though it is non-toxic.

Human Toxicity

No known risks to humans or pets

Pet Toxicity

Not Toxic

Active Compounds

Iridoids, glycosides, flavonoids.