Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
brasiliana
ID:
354860

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Nov. Pl. Sp. : 17 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354192

Common Names

  • Braziliana Justicia
  • Braziliana Water Willow
  • Braziliana Willow

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Synonyms

  • Dianthera nodosa (Hook.) Benth. [deprecated]
  • Beloperone brasiliana (Roth) Bremek. [unknown]

Description

Justicia brasiliana (also called 'Brazilian Justicia' and 'Orange-Purple Plume', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 0.5-1 meter and produces orange-purple flowers. It prefers humid, tropical climates and is often found in rainforests and other moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia brasiliana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia brasiliana has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia brasiliana is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a warm, sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a potting mix. Once established, the plant can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Justicia brasiliana

Justicia brasiliana is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.

Justicia brasiliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia brasiliana?

Justicia brasiliana

What is the common name of Justicia brasiliana?

Brazilian Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia brasiliana?

It is native to Brazil

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,

References

Albrecht Wilhelm Roth (1757-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roth' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.