Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cuixmalensis
ID:
744774

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.F.Daniel & E.J.Lott

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 60: 19 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744107

Common Names

  • Justicia cuixmalensis
  • Cuixmalensis Justicia
  • Cuixmalensis Impatiens

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Description

Justicia cuixmalensis (also called Cuixmal justicia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has lanceolate leaves and white flowers. It can be found in moist forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia cuixmalensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and yellow flowers. It can be used as a ground cover or as a low hedge. It is also used in erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Justicia cuixmalensis is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia cuixmalensis can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Justicia cuixmalensis

Justicia cuixmalensis is native to Mexico.

Justicia cuixmalensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia cuixmalensis?

Justicia cuixmalensis

What is the common name of Justicia cuixmalensis?

Cuixmala Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia cuixmalensis?

It is found in tropical deciduous 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.
Emily Jane Lott (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.J.Lott' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77099002-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.