Veronica is a genus of flowering plants in the family Plantaginaceae, native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. The genus includes several species of perennials and annuals that are commonly cultivated as ornamental plants for their attractive flowers and foliage.

Veronica plants typically have small, tubular flowers in shades of blue, purple, pink, or white. The flowers are produced in dense spikes or clusters on upright stems that can reach heights of up to 1 meter (3 feet). The leaves of Veronica are usually opposite and have a green color, often with a toothed edge.