[3] A certain amount of confusion later arose following its collection on mainland New Zealand by Ernst Dieffenbach and its naming as Veronica buxifolia by George Bentham.

The upper surface of the leaf is dark green, smooth, and shiny, while the lower part is dim and pale.

Veronica odora is also found in urban environments and some people plant it in their own gardens, because it is cold-resistant and easy to grow.

It usually in October (mid spring) to March (early autumn) produces white flowers, and although its name odora has the meaning of fragrance, has no odour.

People need to plant the seed in a position that is not exposed to direct sunlight and provide 12-15 °C for optimum germination temperature.

[10] Another method of dispersal is cuttings, in which 10–12 cm branches are transplanted into soft soil in spring.

[6] Veronica odora is best planted in sunny or partially shaded areas to enhance its color, but if planted in full shady areas, its flowering will be delayed or reduced, the shoots will become longer and thinner, and the leaves will change color and become smaller.

[6] It can grow well in places with high rainfall because it likes wet conditions, but it is also drought tolerant.

These aphids mainly attack the underside of young leaves, twigs and leaf buds, which may lead to premature defoliation.

Downy Mildew is most likely to occur between autumn and spring, when the soil and the environment are very wet.

This causes the leaves to wither or turn yellow, and eventually the whole branch or shrub to die.

Once these symptoms occur, people need to water the Veronica to ensure that the root balls are moist.

This is mainly because the sun hits the frozen plants, causing a sudden rise in temperature and rapid thawing.

[12] Veronica odora is a good decorative shrub, and it has been planted in many different places because of its growing habits.

It is widely grown in coastal towns because it likes cool summers and mild winters, and can provide beautiful flowers.