Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
chamaedryoides
ID:
1415635

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) Wassh. ex A.L.A.Côrtes & P.L.R.Moraes

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 40: 270. 2013

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428100

Common Names

  • Justicia chamaedryoides
  • Chamaedryoides Justicia
  • Chamaedryoides

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Description

Justicia chamaedryoides (also called Chamaedryoides Justicia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is typically found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia chamaedryoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make a herbal medicine for treating fever and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Justicia chamaedryoides are small and white, with a single spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown grain. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia chamaedryoides is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is hardy to USDA Zone 9.

Where to Find Justicia chamaedryoides

Justicia chamaedryoides is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist forests and grasslands at elevations of up to 2,500 m.

Justicia chamaedryoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia chamaedryoides?

Justicia chamaedryoides

What is the common name of Justicia chamaedryoides?

Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia chamaedryoides?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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

Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.