Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
1416519

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Bernh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Ehrenpreissart. Südl. Deutschl. : 35 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428984





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Description

Veronica angustifolia (also called Veronica, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It grows in wet, tropical climates and is often found in marshes and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica angustifolia is used medicinally as an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Veronica angustifolia are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica angustifolia is a low-growing, spreading perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in moist soil. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Veronica angustifolia

Veronica angustifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, Spain, and Portugal.

Veronica angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica angustifolia?

Veronica angustifolia

What is the common name of Veronica angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Speedwell

What is the natural habitat of Veronica angustifolia?

Mesic to wet forests, bogs, and fens

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

Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Johann Jakob Bernhardi (1774-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bernh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811622-1: 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].