Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
canterburiensis
ID:
420096

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Armstr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 13: 355 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419428



Common Names

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


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Description

Veronica canterburiensis (also called Canterbury 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 canterburiensis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has small, pink flowers and is a good choice for erosion control. It is also a good choice for attracting pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica canterburiensis 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 canterburiensis 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 canterburiensis

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

Veronica canterburiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica canterburiensis?

Veronica canterburiensis

What is the common name of Veronica canterburiensis?

Canterbury Speedwell

What is the natural habitat of Veronica canterburiensis?

It is found in moist, grassy areas, such as meadows and wetland margins.

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:811764-1: 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].