Germander Speedwell

**16 shells** · 18-04-2009, 08:39 AM

I had this down as Germander, but not 100, sure can it be identified please.

Paul

Kirkie · 18-04-2009, 09:13 AM

The leaves are the wrong shape for Germainder Speedwell. Also Germainder Speedwell flowers will drop off at the slightest touch.

The plant looks like Green Alkanet to me.
http://www.dgsgardening.btinternet.co.uk/alkanet.htm

Green alkanet is toxic for tortoises as per this thread

http://www.shelledwarriors.co.uk/for...d.php?p=180447

**16 shells** · 18-04-2009, 10:38 AM

Thanks Kirkie you have nailed this one, Green Alkanet. I'm struggling on some wild plants but will get there.
Paul

18-04-2009, 08:39 AM	#1
16 shells Super Moderator Adult Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hull Posts: 7,286	Germander Speedwell I had this down as Germander, but not 100, sure can it be identified please. Paul __________________ Paul.

18-04-2009, 10:38 AM	#3
16 shells Super Moderator Adult Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Hull Posts: 7,286	Thanks Kirkie you have nailed this one, Green Alkanet. I'm struggling on some wild plants but will get there. Paul __________________ Paul.

18-04-2009, 09:13 AM	#2
Kirkie Senior Member Adult Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 4,887	The leaves are the wrong shape for Germainder Speedwell. Also Germainder Speedwell flowers will drop off at the slightest touch. The plant looks like Green Alkanet to me. http://www.dgsgardening.btinternet.co.uk/alkanet.htm Green alkanet is toxic for tortoises as per this thread http://www.shelledwarriors.co.uk/for...d.php?p=180447

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