Family: Verbenaceae
Author: Spreng.
Bibliography: Syst. Veg. 4(2): 230 (1827)
Year: 1827
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Verbena
Vegetable: False
Observations: Bolivia to Uruguay
Description
Slender vervain, scientifically designated as Verbena rigida, is a notable member of the Verbenaceae family. This vibrant species, first chronicled in 1827 by botanist Spreng, has captivated botanists and plant enthusiasts alike for nearly two centuries.
Native to the rich and diverse terrains extending from Bolivia to Uruguay, Verbena rigida thrives in a range of environments within this region, showcasing its adaptability and resilience. Its common name, “Slender vervain,” is derived from the plant’s distinctive growth habit. It is characterized by its wiry, upright stems which give the plant a slender appearance, complementing its gracefully clustered inflorescences.
The flowers of Verbena rigida are a striking feature, presenting an array of purples and lavenders that can enliven any garden or natural setting. These blossoms not only add aesthetic value but also attract a variety of pollinators, including butterflies and bees, supporting local ecosystems.
Cultivation of Slender vervain is relatively straightforward, making it a favored choice for both amateur and professional gardeners. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, conditions commonly found in its native regions. Moreover, this plant exhibits considerable drought tolerance, a trait that further endears it to gardeners in arid or low-rainfall areas.
Overall, Slender vervain is an extraordinary plant that continues to intrigue and delight plant lovers with its delicate beauty and robust nature. Whether appreciated in the wild or cultivated in garden settings, Verbena rigida stands as a testament to the enduring allure of botanical diversity.
Common Names
Deu: ausläufer-verbene
Dan: slank jernurt
Eng: slender vervain, tuberous vervain, veined verbena, veined vervain, wild verbena, stiff verbena
Fra: verveine
Spa: jarvao, urgebao
Hun: lila vasfű
Ces: sporýš tuhý
Swe: violverbena
Nld: hoofdjesverbena
Nob: aksjernurt, aksverbena
Nno: aksjernurt
Cym: y ferfain fain
En: Slender vervain, Wild verbena, Veined verbena, Veined vervain, Tuberous vervain, Stiff verbena, Coarse Verbena, Sandpaper Verbena, Tuber Vervain, Verbena rigida Spreng.
Hy: Աղավնիճ կնճռոտ
Cs: Sporýš tuhý
Da: Slank jernurt
Nl: Hoofdjesverbena
Fr: Verveine, Verveine rigide
De: Steifes Eisenkraut, Ausläufer-Verbene
Hu: Lila vasfű
Nb: Aksjernurt, Aksverbena
Nn: Aksjernurt
Es: Jarvao, Urgebao, Verbena venosa
Sv: Violverbena
Cy: Y ferfain fain
Synonyms
- Verbena bonariensis var. rigida ((Spreng.) Kuntze)
- Verbena rigida f. alba ((Trivetts) Moldenke)
- Verbena bonariensis var. venosa ((Gillies & Hook.) Chodat)
- Verbena venosa var. lilacina (Benary & Bodger ex W.Harrow)
- Verbena bonariensis f. venosa ((Gillies & Hook.) Voss)
- Verbena rigida var. reineckii ((Briq.) Moldenke)
- Verbena doniana (Steud.)
- Verbena rigida var. glandulifera (Moldenke)
- Verbena rigida f. obovata (Hayek)
- Verbena venosa (Gillies & Hook.)
- Verbena rigida f. lilacina ((Benary & Bodger ex W.Harrow) Moldenke)
- Verbena rigida f. paraguayensis (Moldenke)
- Verbena rigida var. obovata ((Hayek) Moldenke)
- Verbena venosa var. reineckii (Briq.)
- Verbena venosa var. alba (Trivetts)
- Verbena scaberrima (Cham.)
Distribution
- Argentina Northeast (native)
- Argentina Northwest (native)
- Bolivia (native)
- Brazil South (native)
- Brazil Southeast (native)
- Paraguay (native)
- Uruguay (native)
- Alabama (introduced)
- Arkansas (introduced)
- Azores (introduced)
- Bermuda (introduced)
- Bulgaria (introduced)
- California (introduced)
- Cape Provinces (introduced)
- Cuba (introduced)
- Czechoslovakia (introduced)
- Dominican Republic (introduced)
- El Salvador (introduced)
- Florida (introduced)
- Free State (introduced)
- Georgia (introduced)
- Hawaii (introduced)
- India (introduced)
- Jamaica (introduced)
- Kenya (introduced)
- KwaZulu-Natal (introduced)
- Lesotho (introduced)
- Louisiana (introduced)
- Madagascar (introduced)
- Madeira (introduced)
- Mississippi (introduced)
- New Caledonia (introduced)
- New South Wales (introduced)
- New Zealand North (introduced)
- New Zealand South (introduced)
- North Carolina (introduced)
- North Dakota (introduced)
- Northern Provinces (introduced)
- Oklahoma (introduced)
- Portugal (introduced)
- Puerto Rico (introduced)
- Queensland (introduced)
- Réunion (introduced)
- South Australia (introduced)
- South Carolina (introduced)
- Sri Lanka (introduced)
- Swaziland (introduced)
- Sweden (introduced)
- Tanzania (introduced)
- Tennessee (introduced)
- Texas (introduced)
- Trinidad-Tobago (introduced)
- Venezuela (introduced)
- Victoria (introduced)
- Virginia (introduced)
- Western Australia (introduced)
- Zimbabwe (introduced)
Additional Images
Flower
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Leaf
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Habit
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Bark
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Fruit
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Other
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2925496)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:865431-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Verbena rigida Spreng.)
Specifications
Growth habit: Forb/herb