Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
buchholzii
ID:
355326

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindau) I.Darbysh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Pl. Kupe, Mwanenguba & Bakossi Mount. - Conserv. Checkl. : 226 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354658

Common Names

  • Buchholz's Justicia
  • Buchholz Justicia
  • Buchholz's False Acalypha

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Synonyms

  • Adhatoda latibracteata R.Be [unknown]

Description

Justicia buchholzii (also called Buchholz's justicia, among many other common names) is a shrub-like perennial plant native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has ovate leaves and small white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady areas, and is often found in gardens and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia buchholzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, fever, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia buchholzii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia buchholzii is a perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer, and seeds should be sown in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Justicia buchholzii

Justicia buchholzii is native to India and can be found in wet, marshy areas.

Justicia buchholzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia buchholzii?

Justicia buchholzii

What is the common name of Justicia buchholzii?

Buchholz's justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia buchholzii?

It is found in moist forests and grasslands

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

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Iain Darbyshire: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Darbysh.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.