Veronica javanica — a medium houseplant, prefers partial sun light
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Veronica javanica

Veronica Javanica

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A note from PlantMom

Veronica javanica is fairly resistant to disease and generally not prone to illnesses. Still, it can be affected by pests and diseases present in its environment. These problems are typically mild. With respect to care, this plant requires moderate maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a neat appearance and encourage healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help boost flowering. Veronica javanica is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive care experience. It may need extra attention when grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Veronica Javanica.

Light

Veronica javanica is native to habitats with dappled sunlight, like forest understories or rocky sites that provide natural shade. It does best in partial sun but can also tolerate full sun conditions.

Temperature

Veronica javanica has the capacity to acclimate to an extensive array of temperature environments, however various combinations of heat and water conditions can still restrain its spread. It flourishes optimally in summer's warm weathers given sufficient rainfall or irrigation. Extensive stretches of overcast and rainy conditions, along with sustained high temperatures, can raise the probability of Veronica javanica's demise. During the winter seasion, appropriate safeguard from the cold can enhance the longevity of the plant.

Fertilizer

When most of Veronica javanica's blooms have fully opened, resume fertilizing. At the time of peak bloom production, fertilize once every three to four weeks, as weather permits. Then, when Veronica javanica begins producing fewer new blooms, stop fertilizing; there's no need to feed the plant when it can no longer produce additional blooms.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual, Biennial
Genus
Veronica
Family
Plantaginaceae
Hardiness Zone
6-9
Mature Height
10 cm to 30 cm
Mature Spread
15 cm to 25 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White, Red, Purple, Blue, Pink
Flower Size
10.16 cm
Bloom Time
Spring, Summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late spring, Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Native Area
Nepal, Sri Lanka, Malawi, Somalia, India, Malaysia, Philippines, Rwanda, Eritrea, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Japan, Bhutan, Ethiopia, Congo (DRC)
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

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PLATES
Veronica javanica leaf
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Veronica javanica leaf
PLATE 02 · leaf
Veronica javanica habit
PLATE 03 · habit
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