Undulate speedwell (Veronica undulata)

Undulate speedwell (Veronica undulata)
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At a glance

Lifecycle
Perennial (hardy)
Exposure
Full sun

Cultivation

We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in most parts of this country. It is closely related to V. anagallis-aquatica. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Easily grown in a moderately fertile moisture retentive well drained soil.

Propagation

Seed - sow autumn in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. If you have sufficient quantity the seed can be sown outdoors in situ in the autumn or the spring. Division in autumn or spring. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions. We have found that it is best to pot up smaller divisions and grow them on in light shade in a greenhouse or cold frame until they are growing away well. Plant them out in the summer or the following spring.

Edible uses

Leaves and young shoots - raw or cooked.

Medicinal uses

Plants with galls are used to stimulate blood circulation, relieve pains, stimulate menstrual flow, and stop bleeding.

Habitat

Wet places in lowland northern Japan.

Native range

E. Asia - Afghanistan to India, China, Japan and Korea.

Same genus