Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
utahensis
ID:
426607

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.M.Mart.Ort. & Albach

Source:
ksu

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Taxon 53: 443 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000425939



Common Names

  • Veronica utahensis
  • Utah Speedwell
  • Utah Gypsyweed


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Description

Veronica utahensis (also called Utah Speedwell, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the mountains of North America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and blue-violet flowers. It is found in meadows, grasslands, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Veronica utahensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive blue flowers and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including coughs, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Veronica utahensis has small, bright blue flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Veronica utahensis is a perennial plant that grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed in autumn or spring. It is best to sow the seeds in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors.

Where to Find Veronica utahensis

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

Veronica utahensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Veronica utahensis?

Veronica utahensis

What is the common name of Veronica utahensis?

Utah Speedwell

Where can Veronica utahensis be found?

Veronica utahensis can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana

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

María Montserrat Martínez Ortega (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.M.Mart.Ort.' in the authors string.
Dirk C. Albach: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Albach' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77061993-1: 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].