Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
flavescens
ID:
1342082

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rueangs. & Chantar.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 74(3)-40: 1. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001354536

Common Names

  • Justicia flavescens
  • Yellow Justicia
  • Yellow Justicia Plant

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Description

Justicia flavescens (also called Yellow Justicia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a small plant, reaching a height of only 10 cm. It is found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, growing in moist forests and shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia flavescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia flavescens has small, yellow, tubular flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia flavescens is a shrub that is native to India. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and should be rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Justicia flavescens

Justicia flavescens can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Justicia flavescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia flavescens?

Justicia flavescens

What is the common name of Justicia flavescens?

Yellow Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia flavescens?

Tropical rainforests

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

IPNI record: 60479207-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001357818
IPNI record: 60479208-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001357819
IPNI record: 60479209-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001357820
Pranom Chantaranothai (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chantar.' in the authors string.
Kanokorn Rueangsawang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rueangs.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.