Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
brachysiphon
ID:
420124

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Summerh.) Bean

Source:
ksu

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1934: 224 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419456



Common Names

  • Short-styled Speedwell
  • Short-styled Veronica
  • Short-styled Bird's-eye


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Description

Veronica brachysiphon (also called 'Speedwell', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Central and Eastern Europe and is found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a thin, hairy stem and small, blue flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica brachysiphon is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has small, white flowers and is a good choice for erosion control. It is also a good choice for attracting pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica brachysiphon has small, blue flowers with five petals and a short, slender stem. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica brachysiphon is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a prepared seedbed. Cover lightly with soil and keep moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Veronica brachysiphon

Veronica brachysiphon can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is an evergreen perennial that grows in sunny spots in moist, well-drained soil.

Veronica brachysiphon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica brachysiphon?

Veronica brachysiphon

What is the common name of Veronica brachysiphon?

Short-styled Speedwell

What is the natural habitat of Veronica brachysiphon?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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

William Jackson Bean (1863-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bean' in the authors string.
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811720-1: 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].