Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
erythrantha
ID:
355107

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
ksu

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 549 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354439

Common Names

  • Erythrantha Justicia
  • Justicia Erythrantha
  • Erythrantha Plant

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Description

Justicia erythrantha (also called 'Red-flowered Justicia' or 'Red-flowered Shrimp Plant', among many other common names) is a shrub-like perennial with long, thin, bright green leaves. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia erythrantha is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia erythrantha has white, tubular flowers with yellow stripes and a red throat. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender with pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia erythrantha can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist but not wet. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Justicia erythrantha

Justicia erythrantha can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Justicia erythrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia erythrantha?

Justicia erythrantha

What is the common name of Justicia erythrantha?

Red-flowered Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia erythrantha?

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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