Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rydb.) M.M.Mart.Ort. & Albach
Source:
ksu
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Taxon 53: 441 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000419647
Common Names
- Dissected Speedwell
- Koromiko
- New Zealand Speedwell
Description
Veronica dissecta (also called Cut-Leaved Speedwell, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe and Asia. It is a low-growing plant with small, bright blue flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in sunny or partially shaded areas.
Uses & Benefits
Veronica dissecta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Veronica dissecta sub. lanuginosa (Piper) M.M.Mart.Ort. & Albach
Veronica dissecta sub. dissecta
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Veronica dissecta has small, bright pink flowers with white eyes. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Veronica dissecta is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden and should be watered regularly. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage reblooming.
Where to Find Veronica dissecta
Veronica dissecta is native to Europe and Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and along streams.
Veronica dissecta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Veronica dissecta?
Veronica dissecta
What is the common name of Veronica dissecta?
Cut-Leaved Speedwell
What type of habitat does Veronica dissecta prefer?
Veronica dissecta prefers moist, sunny habitats such as meadows, pastures, and roadsides.
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
Dirk C. Albach: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Albach' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77061981-1: 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].