Common bugle

Common bugle (Ajuga reptans)

Common bugle, also known as Carpenter's Herb, Carpetweed, Carpet bugleweed, Bugleherb

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Key Facts About Common bugle

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Attributes of Common bugle

Lifespan
Perennial, Annual
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
7 cm to 15 cm
Spread
15 cm to 90 cm
Leaf Color
Green Red Purple Silver Brown
Flower Size
1.4 cm to 1.7 cm
Flower Color
Blue White Purple Pink Violet

Scientific Classification of Common bugle

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Lamiales
Family
Mint
Genus
Bugleweed
Species
Common bugle