Slender wiry perennial with small pale-lilac flowers. Traditional nervine used in European herbalism for centuries.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 4–8 | −34.4 °C to −6.7 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H7 | down to −20 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 4–8 | −29 °C to −1 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 1–4 | −15 °C to 5 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Different from lemon verbena (Aloysia citrodora) — both share "verbena" in the name but are different genera with different uses
- Always consult a qualified medical or herbal practitioner before using any plant medicinally
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