Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
multifida
ID:
426713

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426045



Common Names

  • Veronica multifida
  • Multifida Speedwell
  • Germander Speedwell


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Description

Veronica multifida (also called Cut-leaved Speedwell, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, blue flowers. Native to Europe, it is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica multifida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, skin diseases, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica multifida has small, bright blue flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica multifida 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 multifida

Veronica multifida is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along streams and lakes. It is also found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and ditches.

Veronica multifida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica multifida?

Veronica multifida

What type of plant is Veronica multifida?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Veronica multifida grow?

In moist, shady areas

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:812348-1: 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].