Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ovata
ID:
426730

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
cmp

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 29: 3 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000426062



Common Names

  • Veronica ovata
  • Oval-leaved Speedwell
  • Oval-leaved Gypsyweed


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Description

Veronica ovata (also called Oval-Leaved Speedwell, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has small, blue-violet flowers and oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica ovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Veronica ovata sub. miyabei (Nakai & Honda) Albach
Veronica ovata sub. kiusiana (Furumi) Albach
Veronica ovata sub. maritima (Nakai) Albach
Veronica ovata var. japonica (Miq.) Albach
Veronica ovata var. villosa (Furumi) Albach
Veronica ovata sub. ovata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica ovata has white flowers with yellow anthers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica ovata is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed, division or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken in summer.

Where to Find Veronica ovata

Veronica ovata 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 ovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica ovata?

Veronica ovata

What is the common name of Veronica ovata?

None

What is the natural habitat of Veronica ovata?

Mountain meadows and grasslands

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

Takenoshin Nakai (1882-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nakai' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:812425-1: 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].