Flora Database

Plant Name:

Carpenter's Square

Scientific Name:

Scrophularia lanceolata

Description:

Carpenter's Square is a perennial herb with square stems and clusters of small, tubular, reddish-purple flowers. It has lance-shaped leaves and grows in moist, wooded areas.

Habitat:

Moist woods, stream banks, wet meadows

Fauna:

Carpenter's Square provides habitat and food for a variety of wildlife species, including butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Its flowers are a valuable nectar source for pollinators.

Growing Conditions:

Carpenter's Square prefers moist soils and partial shade to full sun.

Uses:

Carpenter's Square has been used in traditional medicine for its potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties.

Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):

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Poisonous:

Fun Facts:

Carpenter's Square is also known as "Virginia Figwort" or "Beebalm".