Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
dallarii
ID:
355281

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fiori

Source:
ksu

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , n.s., 47: 41 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354613

Common Names

  • Justicia dallarii
  • Dallarii Justicia
  • Dallarii's Justicia

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Description

Justicia dallarii (also called Dallari's Justicia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree up to 5 m tall. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia dallarii 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

The flowers of Justicia dallarii are white, with a yellow center and a long, slender tube. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia dallarii 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 dallarii

Justicia dallarii is native to Mexico and Central America.

Justicia dallarii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia dallarii?

Justicia dallarii

What is the common name of Justicia dallarii?

Dallari's Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia dallarii?

Tropical and subtropical dry 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,

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