Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
diversifolia
ID:
354980

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jenn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Ann. Carnegie Mus. 11: 259 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354312

Common Names

  • Justicia diversifolia
  • Diversifolia Justicia
  • Diversifolia Water Willow

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Description

Justicia diversifolia (also called Shrimp Plant, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a shrubby habit and grows to a height of around 1.5 meters. It has oval-shaped leaves and white flowers with a tubular shape. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, growing in open woodlands, pastures, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia diversifolia 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 diversifolia 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 diversifolia 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 diversifolia

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

Justicia diversifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia diversifolia?

Justicia diversifolia

What is the common name of Justicia diversifolia?

Diversifolia Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia diversifolia?

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,

References

Otto Emery Jennings (1877-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenn.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.