Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
succulosa
ID:
425944

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Balansa

Source:
ksu

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 3: 170 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000425276



Common Names

  • Succulent Speedwell
  • Veronica succulosa
  • Speedwell


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Description

Veronica succulosa (also called Succulent Speedwell, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Europe and Asia. It is a low-growing, mat-forming plant with small, bright blue flowers and narrow, pointed leaves. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica succulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments such as headaches, colds, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica succulosa has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thick and fleshy.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica succulosa is a tropical plant that is best cultivated in warm, humid climates with temperatures ranging from 65-85°F (18-29°C). It prefers bright, indirect sunlight and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the plant or by seed.

Where to Find Veronica succulosa

Veronica succulosa is native to the Mediterranean region.

Veronica succulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica succulosa?

Veronica succulosa

What is the family of Veronica succulosa?

Plantaginaceae

What is the common name of Veronica succulosa?

Succulent 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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:812712-1: 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].