Veronica repens explained
Veronica repens, the Corsican speedwell or creeping speedwell, is a species of flowering plant in the family Plantaginaceae, native to Corsica and Morocco.[1] [2] The 'Sunshine' cultivar, whose tiny flowers are purple instead of the usual white, is recommended for rock gardens and as a ground cover.[3]
Subspecies
The following subspecies are accepted:[1]
- Veronica repens subsp. cyanea – Morocco
- Veronica repens subsp. repens
Notes and References
- Web site: Veronica repens Clarion ex DC. . . Plants of the World Online . Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew . 7 October 2021 .
- Web site: Veronica repens Corsican speedwell . 2021 . The Royal Horticultural Society . 7 October 2021 . Other common names; creeping speedwell .
- Web site: Veronica repens 'Sunshine' . . Plant Finder . Missouri Botanical Garden . 7 October 2021 .