Status:
valid
Authors:
Wernham
Source:
ksu
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London, Bot. 9: 121 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419446
Common Names
- Carstens' Speedwell
- Carstens' Veronica
- Carstens' Bird's-eye
Description
Veronica carstensensis (also called Carstens' 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 carstensensis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has small, blue flowers and is a good choice for erosion control. It is also a good choice for attracting pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Veronica carstensensis is a small, blue flower with a long stem. The seed is a small, dark-brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Veronica carstensensis 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 carstensensis
Veronica carstensensis can be found in Mexico and parts of the United States. It is an evergreen perennial that grows in sunny spots in well-drained soil.
Veronica carstensensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Veronica carstensensis?
Veronica carstensensis
What is the common name of Veronica carstensensis?
Carstens' Speedwell
What is the natural habitat of Veronica carstensensis?
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811786-1: 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].