Veronica wormskjoldii, July 13, 2020
Common & scientific name
Alpine speedwell, Veronica wormskjoldii
Family
Plantain, Plantaginaceae
Location
Lower Lost Man trail, 10,500’
Fun, weird, helpful, or little known fact
Common, variably-sized, delightful subalpine and alpine plant that frequently grows trailside near streams or wetlands. Named after Danish botanist, Morton Wormskjold. Hopefully he didn’t discover too many other plants.