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Glandular Speedwell (Veronica cymbalaria)

Glandular Speedwell (Veronica cymbalaria) is a low-growing, mat-forming plant with small, bright blue flowers blooming from spring to early summer, often used as a groundcover.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile, loamy soil but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Afternoon shade beneficial in hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist.

Water more in hot weather, less in cool weather.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile, loamy soil but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly.

Use balanced fertilizer in spring.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Groundcover, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.1-0.2 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-0.8 cm

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Synonyms
Cochlidiosperma cymbalaria (Bodard) Opiz
Pocilla cymbalaria (Bodard) Fourr.
Veronica bodardii Jord. & Fourr.
Veronica cuneata Guss.
Veronica fallacina Jord. & Fourr.
Veronica longipes Jord. & Fourr.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyPlantaginaceae
  • genusVeronica
  • speciesVeronica cymbalaria
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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