An herbaceous sub-shrub, Verbena halei is a native Florida perennial, found in the northern and central parts of the state. Growing to 2 feet in height, it has highly variable shaped leaves up to 4 inches in length. The upper leaves are simple with smooth or toothed edges; lower leaves are much longer and often have deep, narrow toothed lobes. Texas Verbena has an erect rough, square, and hairy stem. The small 1/4 inch, 5-petaled flowers are borne on slender spikes during spring and summer. The flowers are a nectar source for many butterflies. This plant is found in dry sandy habitats, disturbed sites, roadsides, fields, and dry forest margins.

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