Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
hederifolia
ID:
426446

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 13 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000425778



Common Names

  • Veronica hederifolia
  • Ivy-leaved Speedwell
  • Ivy-leaved Veronica


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Synonyms

  • Veronica cymbalarifolia J.F.Gmel. [unknown]

Description

Veronica hederifolia (also called Ivy-leaved Speedwell, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a creeping rhizome and small, oval leaves. It grows in moist, sunny areas, such as meadows, marshes, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica hederifolia is an ornamental plant commonly used in gardens. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating coughs, colds, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Veronica hederifolia sub. insularis Gamisans
Veronica hederifolia sub. hederifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica hederifolia has small, star-shaped flowers with five white petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica hederifolia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial native to Europe. It is best grown in partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in spring or by seed in fall.

Where to Find Veronica hederifolia

Veronica hederifolia is found in Europe, North Africa, and the Caucasus region.

Veronica hederifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica hederifolia?

Veronica hederifolia

What is the common name of Veronica hederifolia?

Ivy-leaved Speedwell

What is the natural habitat of Veronica hederifolia?

Veronica hederifolia is found in 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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:812075-1: 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].