Wormskjold makes his mark

Veronica wormskjoldii, July 1, 2022

V. wormskjoldii, Linkins Lake Trail, 11,800’, July 19, 2022

Common & scientific name
Alpine speedwell, Veronica wormskjoldii

Family
Plantain, Plantaginaceae

Location
Roadside, 11,700’

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.