Brooklime (Veronica anagalloides)
Care, watering, light and tips for Brooklime on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Plantaginaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Brooklime
Veronica anagalloides, commonly known as water speedwell or vrangveronika, is a perennial aquatic or semi-aquatic plant belonging to the Plantaginaceae family. It is characterized by its erect stems that can grow up to 60 cm (2 feet) tall, lance-shaped leaves, and clusters of small blue or lilac flowers. This plant is ideal for ponds, stream banks, or rain gardens, adding a wild touch and color to damp environments.
Native range
Europe, Asia, and North Africa
Care tips
This water speedwell thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring adequate sun exposure for abundant flowering. Watering should be constant, keeping the substrate always moist or even with its 'feet' in water, as it is an aquatic plant. It prefers rich, organic, and well-draining soils, but will tolerate clay soils in aquatic settings. A common mistake is planting it in dry soils or not providing enough moisture, which can lead to its decline.
How to save a dying Brooklime
- Warning signs
- Soft, yellowing or blackening leaves, limp stems. Could be rot from excess water.
- First aid
- Remove plant from water, inspect roots. Trim soft/rotten parts with clean scissors. Let dry for a day.
- What kills it
- Stagnant water without circulation. It tolerates no drought, but excess water without oxygen drowns it.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if rot hasn't affected the entire stem and some white roots remain. Re-plant in clean water.