Undulate speedwell (Veronica undulata)

Family: Scrophulariaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Veronica undulata is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower from May to September, and the seeds ripen from July to October. 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 and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves and young shoots - raw or cooked. — Leaves and young shoots - raw or cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Wet places in lowland northern Japan. Found by water or in swamps below 2800 metres throughout China. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)