Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
canbyi
ID:
420088

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pennell) M.M.Mart.Ort. & Albach

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Taxon 53: 441 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419420



Common Names

  • Canby's Speedwell
  • Canby's Veronica
  • Canby's Bird's-eye


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Description

Veronica canbyi (also called Canby's Speedwell, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm in height. It has small, ovate leaves and blue flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica canbyi is a garden plant that is often used as a ground cover. It has small, blue flowers and can be used to add color and texture to a garden. It is also a good choice for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica canbyi has small, blue flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica canbyi is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-8 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings and can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Veronica canbyi

Veronica canbyi can be found in Europe, North Africa and western Asia.

Veronica canbyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica canbyi?

Veronica canbyi

What is the common name of Veronica canbyi?

Canbyi Speedwell

What is the natural habitat of Veronica canbyi?

Veronica canbyi is native to Europe

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

Francis W. Pennell (1886-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pennell' in the authors string.
María Montserrat Martínez Ortega (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.M.Mart.Ort.' in the authors string.
Dirk C. Albach: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Albach' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77061879-1: 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].