Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
monantha
ID:
426681

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 5: 385 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426013



Common Names

  • Single Speedwell
  • Single Veronica
  • Single Brooklime


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Description

Veronica monantha (also called Single-flowered Speedwell, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe and western Asia, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica monantha is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to attract butterflies and bees to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica monantha has small, bright blue flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have bright green foliage.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica monantha is an easy-to-grow plant that does best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest method, as it can be done in the spring or fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted once they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Veronica monantha

Veronica monantha can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Veronica monantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica monantha?

Veronica monantha

What is the common name of Veronica monantha?

Common Speedwell

What is the natural habitat of Veronica monantha?

Veronica monantha is native to Europe and North Africa.

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

Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:812331-1: 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].