Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
macrostachya
ID:
426303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vahl

Source:
ksu

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 1: 71 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000425635



Common Names

  • Large-spike Speedwell
  • Large-spike Veronica
  • Large-spike Gypsyweed


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Description

Veronica macrostachya (also called Large-spiked Speedwell, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has small, blue flowers and grows in moist, grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica macrostachya is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally for treating fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Veronica macrostachya sub. mardinensis (Bornm.) M.A.Fisch.
Veronica macrostachya sub. schizostegia (Bornm.) M.A.Fisch.
Veronica macrostachya sub. macrostachya
Veronica macrostachya sub. sorgerae M.A.Fisch.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica macrostachya has small, blue flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica macrostachya is a hardy perennial that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done in spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Cuttings should be taken from non-flowering shoots and planted in a pot of moist compost. Keep the cuttings in a warm, light spot and water regularly.

Where to Find Veronica macrostachya

Veronica macrostachya can be found in the Caucasus.

Veronica macrostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica macrostachya?

Veronica macrostachya

What is the family of Veronica macrostachya?

Plantaginaceae

What is the common name of Veronica macrostachya?

Large-spiked Speedwell

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

Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:812267-1: 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].