Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
chimalapensis
ID:
1251841

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.F.Daniel

Source:
tro

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 51: 486 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251179

Common Names

  • Justicia
  • Chimalapense Justicia
  • Chimalapensis Justicia

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Description

Justicia chimalapensis (also called Chimalapa Justicia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia chimalapensis is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and aquariums. It is known for its unique foliage and is easy to care for.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Justicia chimalapensis are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia chimalapensis is a tropical shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in moist soil and kept at a temperature of 18-21°C (64-70°F). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Justicia chimalapensis

Justicia chimalapensis is native to Mexico.

Justicia chimalapensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia chimalapensis?

Justicia chimalapensis

What is the common name of Justicia chimalapensis?

Chimalapa Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia chimalapensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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

Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.