Skullcap speedwell (Veronica scutellata)

Skullcap speedwell

Also known as: Grassleaf speedwell

A member of the plantain family, skullcap speedwell gets its name from the shape of its seedpods. This flowering perennial is native to North America and is found along wetlands, marshes, and swamps.

Scientific classification

Species

Skullcap speedwell (Veronica scutellata)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

5 mm to 6 mm

Flower Size

White, Purple

Flower Color

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Distribution of Skullcap speedwell

Distribution Map

Skullcap speedwell is a plant naturally widespread across many temperate regions of Eurasia, encompassing a vast range that includes both continental Europe and parts of northern Asia. It is indigenous to many areas reflecting a variety of climates from the Mediterranean to the subarctic. Beyond its native range, skullcap speedwell has been introduced to regions like Australasia, where it has established a presence.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Ponds, bogs, wet meadows

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for Skullcap speedwell

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from wet meadows, skullcap speedwell prefers consistently moist environments and should be watered weekly. While it tolerates brief dry spells, it thrives outdoors, benefiting from natural rainfall and cooler temperatures that reduce evaporation and support its moisture-loving characteristics.

Fertilize: Skullcap speedwell benefits from balanced nutrition, particularly a 10-10-10 NPK fertilizer, applied bi-monthly in spring and summer. Use quarter-strength doses to avoid root burn, reducing feeding in fall and halting in winter. Follow instructions for even soil distribution to ensure healthy growth and blooms.

Pruning: Skullcap speedwell is a native wetland perennial that flourishes in moist environments, featuring slender stems and small blue flowers. Prune in early to late spring to promote growth and control spread while ensuring tools are clean to prevent disease. Avoid heavy pruning during peak blooming for best results.

Propagation: Skullcap speedwell, from the Plantaginaceae family, thrives in wet habitats. Propagation is mainly through division; separate clumps with sufficient roots and shoots, then replant in moist, well-drained soil to maintain parent characteristics effectively.

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