Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaulis
ID:
420293

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Armstr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
New Zealand Country J. 3: 56 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419625



Common Names

  • Veronica amplexicaulis
  • Amplexicaul Speedwell
  • Alpine Speedwell


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Description

Veronica amplexicaulis (also called Clasping-leaved Speedwell, among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial plant with small, blue flowers. It is native to Europe and North Africa, and grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica amplexicaulis is a low-growing plant that is often used as a ground cover. It has small, bright blue flowers that bloom in the summer and attract butterflies and bees. It is also used as a border plant and can be used to add texture and color to a garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Veronica amplexicaulis for. hirta (Garn.-Jones & Molloy) Garn.-Jones
Veronica amplexicaulis for. amplexicaulis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica amplexicaulis has small, bright blue flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica amplexicaulis can be propagated by division of clumps in spring or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zone 4.

Where to Find Veronica amplexicaulis

Veronica amplexicaulis is native to Europe and Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and along streams.

Veronica amplexicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica amplexicaulis?

Veronica amplexicaulis

What is the common name of Veronica amplexicaulis?

Veronica amplexicaulis

Where is Veronica amplexicaulis found?

Veronica amplexicaulis is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Veronica genus

Veronica capsellicarpa, Veronica cardiocarpa, Veronica chamaepithyoides, Veronica canbyi, Veronica canterburiensis, Veronica cetikiana, Veronica chamaedrys, Veronica carsei, Veronica carstensensis, Veronica cassinioides, Veronica ceratocarpa, Veronica catenata, Veronica caucasica, Veronica consolatae, Veronica brachysiphon, Veronica borisovae, Veronica bozakmanii, Veronica bishopiana, Veronica biloba, Veronica bogosensis, Veronica bollonsii, Veronica birleyi, Veronica callitrichoides, Veronica cachemirica, Veronica caespitosa, Veronica calycina, Veronica campylopoda, Veronica californica, Veronica bucharica, Veronica breviracemosa, Veronica buchananii, Veronica bullii, Veronica bungei, Veronica daranica, Veronica dabneyi, Veronica debilis, Veronica cuneifolia, Veronica cupressoides, Veronica cymbalaria, Veronica filiformis, Veronica fedtschenkoi, Veronica ferganica, Veronica davisii, Veronica filifolia, Veronica decorosa, Veronica decumbens, Veronica euphrasiifolia, Veronica farinosa, Veronica evenosa, Veronica fairfieldii,

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Joseph Beattie Armstrong (1850-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Armstr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811609-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].