Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
caloneura
ID:
354771

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kurz

Source:
ksu

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 42: 96 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354103

Common Names

  • Caloneura Justicia
  • Caloneura's Justicia
  • Caloneura Justicia

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Description

Justicia caloneura (also called 'Caloneura Plume Flower', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has white and yellow flowers and is native to South America, particularly in the Amazon basin. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as along riverbanks and in rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia caloneura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia caloneura has white or pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia caloneura is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. The plants should be spaced at least 30 cm apart and watered regularly. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Justicia caloneura

Justicia caloneura can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Justicia caloneura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia caloneura?

Justicia caloneura

What is the common name of Justicia caloneura?

Lace Water-willow

What is the natural habitat of Justicia caloneura?

It is found in wet areas, such as along streams, in wet meadows, and in marshes.

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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