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Veronica nummularia (Veronica nummularia)

Creeping Speedwell (Veronica nummularia) is a low-growing perennial herb forming dense mats of small, rounded leaves and producing small blue or violet flowers.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and clay.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Tolerates full sun if soil moisture is adequate.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water more frequently in hot, dry weather.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and clay.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Tolerates a range from 15-24°C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Feed in spring with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilization.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Creeper, Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental, Foliage

Plant Place Type

Groundcover, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.05-0.1 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-evergreen to evergreen in milder climates

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, opposite, ovate to orbicular

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Cardia nummularia (Gouan) Dulac
Veronica irregularis Lapeyr.
Veronica strictiflora Steud.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyPlantaginaceae
  • genusVeronica
  • speciesVeronica nummularia
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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