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Plantaginaceae
Gentian Speedwell
Veronica gentianoides
Fidelity and friendship.
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Genus
- Veronica
- Native to
- Caucasus, Turkey
- Bloom season
- Late Spring, Early Summer
- Type
- Perennial
- Height
- 30-60 cm
- Sunlight
- Full sun to partial shade
- Soil
- Well-draining, moist
- Water
- Moderate
- Hardiness
- 4-8
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- Its common name combines 'gentian' for the leaf shape and 'speedwell' from the old English farewell blessing.
- The pale blue flowers have darker blue veins that act as nectar guides for pollinating insects.
- It forms neat rosettes of glossy dark green leaves that remain attractive even when not in bloom.
- Speedwells were historically carried by travelers as a good luck charm for a safe journey.
- The plant originates from mountain meadows in the Caucasus, where it grows at elevations up to 3000 meters.
Color meanings
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Faithfulness
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Loyalty
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Female fidelity