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robin runaway

Scientific Name: Dalibarda repens

Family: Rosaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: CT (dew-drop), MI (false-violet), NC (robin runawa

       

Runaway Robin (Dalibarda repens)

Runaway Robin, scientifically known as Dalibarda repens, is also commonly referred to as Ground Ivy, Field Balm, or Gill Over The Ground.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is often grown in hanging baskets.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is often grown in hanging baskets.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Dalibarda repens L.
  • Common Names: Ground Ivy, Field Balm, Gill Over The Ground, Runaway Robin
  • Family: Rosaceae (Rose Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Synonym: Rubus repens
  • USDA Symbol: DARE

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to L48 (N) and Canada (CAN) according to USDA Native Status.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Trailing European aromatic plant of the mint family.
  • Rounded leaves and small purplish flowers.