Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
dispar
ID:
354973

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 13: 62 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354305

Common Names

  • Justicia dispar
  • Dispar Justicia
  • Dispar Water Willow

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Description

Justicia dispar (also called Dispar Justicia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and produces white or pink flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia dispar is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia dispar has large, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia dispar is a tropical shrub that can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a potting mix with good drainage. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Justicia dispar

Justicia dispar is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Justicia dispar FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia dispar?

Justicia dispar

What is the common name of Justicia dispar?

Dispar Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia dispar?

Tropical regions of 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,

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