American Brooklime (Veronica americana)

Family: Scrophulariaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Veronica americana is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.1 m (0ft 4in) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 2. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour, it can be used as a watercress substitute. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; A hot flavour, it can be used as a watercress substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

Shallow water, rills and swamps. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)