Veronica anagallis-aquatica
Blue water-speedwell
Veronica anaogallis-aquatica, commonly known as water speedwell, is a delicate perennial herb found in wetland habitats. Traditionally valued in folk medicine, this aquatic species is recognized for its soothing properties. Its unique ability to thrive in saturated soils makes it a fascinating subject for both botanical study and herbalism.
- Scientific name: Veronica anagallis-aquatica
- Family: Plantaginaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, specifically within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified under the order Lamiales and the family Plantaginacea, falling within the genus Veronica.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Plantaginaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Veronica | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Veronica anagallis-aquatica, is referred to by various common names depending on the language and region. In English, it is called blue water-speedwell, while in French, it is known as Véronique mouron d'eau. Its names in other languages include Laugadepla in Icelandic (is), Верoniкa ключевая in Russian (ru), and konnantädyke in Finnish (fi).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| is | Laugadepla | Wikidata |
| ru | Вероника ключевая | Wikidata |
| fr | Véronique mouron d'eau | Wikidata |
| en | blue water-speedwell | Wikidata |
| fi | konnantädyke | Wikidata |
| et | Allikmailane | Wikidata |
| de | Blauer Wasser-Ehrenpreis | Wikidata |
| ja | オオカワヂシャ | Wikidata |
| cs | rozrazil drchničkovitý | Wikidata |
| hsb | Wódny rozraz | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. Its presence is also documented throughout the landscapes of Finland. Additionally, this species is distributed across the islands of Iceland and Great Britain. Finally, the plant is also known to inhabit the natural environments of Ireland.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
Chemicals
Veronica anagallis-aquatica has 15 reported phytochemicals identified across 15 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Aquaticol, amphicoside, apigenin, aucubin, boschnaloside.
- Total chemicals
- 15
- Scientific sources
- 15
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Aquaticol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| amphicoside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| apigenin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aucubin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| boschnaloside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| caffeic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catalpol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catalposide | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| geniposidic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| gentisic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Veronica anagallis-aquatica has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Veronica anagallis-aquatica has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antioxidant activity.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antioxidant activity | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |