Is Water Speedwell safe for pets?

Yes, Water Speedwell (Veronica Anagallis-aquatica) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Water Speedwell easy to care for?

Water Speedwell has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires aquatic watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Water Speedwell grow indoors?

Water Speedwell is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Water Speedwell (Veronica Anagallis-aquatica) is a perennial aquatic in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Veronica anagallis-aquatica is a perennial aquatic or semi-aquatic herbaceous plant commonly found along streams and wetlands.

Last updated: February 2026

Water Speedwell

Veronica Anagallis-aquatica

Veronica anagallis-aquatica is a perennial aquatic or semi-aquatic herbaceous plant commonly found along streams and wetlands.

Quick Facts

Type

aquatic

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

aquatic

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

4-9

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, peaty

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, aquatic habitat, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Water Speedwell

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae

Genus:Veronica