Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
urticifolia
ID:
425757

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1773

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austriac. 1: 37 (1773)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000425089



Common Names

  • Marsh Speedwell
  • Water Speedwell
  • Germander Speedwell


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Description

Veronica urticifolia (also called 'Nettle-leaved Speedwell', among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant with small, blue flowers and a creeping habit. It is native to Europe, western Asia and North Africa, and is typically found in grasslands, meadows and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica urticifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Veronica urticifolia is a small, blue flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, rounded seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica urticifolia is a small herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, light soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Veronica urticifolia

Veronica urticifolia can be found in Europe, North Africa, and Southwest Asia.

Veronica urticifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Veronica urticifolia?

Nettle-leaved Speedwell

What is the scientific name of Nettle-leaved Speedwell?

Veronica urticifolia

What is the native range of Nettle-leaved Speedwell?

Europe

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

Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:812797-1: 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].