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Veronicaleaf Brickellbush

This page provides information about Veronicaleaf Brickellbush, also known by its scientific name, Brickellia veronicifolia. We will explore its taxonomy, distribution, and other interesting aspects.

Considerations for Pets

• Several species of Brickellia are shrubs.
• Veronica species are perennials.

Considerations for Children

• Several species of Brickellia are shrubs.
• Veronica species are perennials.

Scientific Name and Common Names

• Scientific Name: Brickellia veronicifolia
• Common Names: Veronicaleaf Brickellbush, Veronica-leaf Brickell-bush, Veronicaleaf brickellbush
• Also mentioned is Veronica, commonly called Speedwell

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Family: Asteraceae (for Brickellia californica) and Plantaginaceae (for Veronica)
• Genus: Brickellia and Veronica
• Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies (e.g., Brickellia veronicifolia var. petrophila)
• Synonyms and Related Species:
  • Brickellia grandiflora
  • Brickellia eupatorioides
  • Brickellia venosa
  • Brickellia californica
  • Brickellia oblongifolia subsp. linifolia
  • Brickellia betonicifolia

Distribution and Habitat

• The text mentions distribution in WI, C Am., trop. S Am., subtrop. S Am.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

• Brickellia veronicifolia is described as a subshrub shrub forb/herb.
• Duration: Perennial
• Veronica Longifolia has flowers throughout summer atop grayish-green foliage of lance-shaped leaves.

Interactions with Other Organisms

• Scale insects, downy mildew, powdery mildew, rust, leaf smut, and root rot occur on Veronica
• Asclepias fascicularis (Narrowleaf Milkweed, Mexican Whorled Milkweed)
• Russian olive leaf litter is higher in nitrogen than native charis palustris, Juncus bufonius, and Veronica.

Further Information

• Link to illustrations, taxonomy, and distribution can be found at: http://plantillustrations.org/taxa.php?taxon= Brickellia.