Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
caucasica
ID:
420120

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Bieb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas. 1: 13 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419452



Common Names

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


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Description

Veronica caucasica (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 caucasica 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

The flower of Veronica caucasica 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica caucasica 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 caucasica

Veronica caucasica 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 caucasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica caucasica?

Veronica caucasica

What is the common name of Veronica caucasica?

Caucasian Speedwell

What is the natural habitat of Veronica caucasica?

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

Friedrich August Marschall von Bieberstein (1768-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Bieb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:811793-1: 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].