Venus's Looking-glass (Legousia Speculum-veneris) is a annual herb in the Campanulaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Legousia speculum-veneris is an annual ornamental plant in the bellflower family (Campanulaceae), known for its striking blue to violet flowers with a distinctive reflective pattern resembling a looking glass.

Venus's Looking-glass

Venus's Looking-glass

Legousia Speculum-veneris

Legousia speculum-veneris is an annual ornamental plant in the bellflower family (Campanulaceae), known for its striking blue to violet flowers with a distinctive reflective pattern resembling a looking glass.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Venus's Looking-glass

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Venus's Looking-glass
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Taxonomy

Family:Campanulaceae
Genus:Legousia