Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
aethes
ID:
354802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
ksu

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 524 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354134

Common Names

  • Aethes Justicia
  • Aethe's Justicia
  • Aethe's Water Willow

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Description

Justicia aethes (also called Water Willow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of up to 1 m. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white or pink. It is found in wet areas such as swamps, marshes and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia aethes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Justicia aethes is a white or pinkish-white corolla with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia aethes can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Justicia aethes

Justicia aethes is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Chiapas.

Justicia aethes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia aethes?

Justicia aethes

What type of plant is Justicia aethes?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Justicia aethes?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Justicia genus

Justicia pampolystachys, Justicia panamense, Justicia panarensis, Justicia pannieri, Justicia ovalis, Justicia pedropalensis, Justicia orosiensis, Justicia otophora, Justicia pallida, Justicia ovata, Justicia oxypages, Justicia paucinervis, Justicia parguazensis, Justicia parimensis, Justicia paruana, Justicia oreopola, Justicia novogranatensis, Justicia nuriana, Justicia nyassana, Justicia neurochlamys, Justicia nervata, Justicia neurantha, Justicia niokolo-kobae, Justicia orchioides, Justicia oreophila, Justicia ochroleuca, Justicia phlebophylla, Justicia phyllostachys, Justicia phytolaccoides, Justicia piauhiensis, Justicia pittieri, Justicia pilosocordata, Justicia pinensis, Justicia pelianthia, Justicia petraea, Justicia pharmacodes, Justicia periplocifolia, Justicia polystachya, Justicia porphyrocoma, Justicia pinguior, Justicia potamophila, Justicia platysepala, Justicia plumbaginifolia, Justicia poggei, Justicia poilanei, Justicia polita, Justicia homblei, Justicia homoea, Justicia hookeriana, Justicia huambensis,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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