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Questions and Answers: 2018

Question: Hi, I submitted a question last week but I think I forgot to hit send. So I will try again. …

  • Question

    Hi, I submitted a question last week but I think I forgot to hit send. So I will try again. I found this plant in shallow water and just along the shore of Mooselookmeguntic Lake in Maine. I key it out as “Veronica scutellata”. Is this right and if so can this plant grow submerged in water and how deep? Thanks for your help.

    Answer

    Dear Plantperson, you are correct with your identification. This is a native, wetland and aquatic speedwell with long, narrow leaves. Best wishes.