Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
anagallis-aquatica
ID:
420301

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 12 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419633



Common Names

  • Water Speedwell
  • Koromiko
  • New Zealand Speedwell


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Synonyms

  • Veronica anagallis latifolia Britton [unknown]

Description

Veronica anagallis-aquatica (also called Water-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 anagallis-aquatica 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 anagallis-aquatica sub. lysimachioides (Boiss.) M.A.Fisch.
Veronica anagallis-aquatica sub. anagallis-aquatica

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica anagallis-aquatica has a bright blue flower, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and slender, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica anagallis-aquatica 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 anagallis-aquatica

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

Veronica anagallis-aquatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica anagallis-aquatica?

Veronica anagallis-aquatica

What is the common name of Veronica anagallis-aquatica?

Water Speedwell

What type of habitat does Veronica anagallis-aquatica prefer?

Veronica anagallis-aquatica prefers wet habitats such as marshes, ponds, and streams.

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811610-1: 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].