Status:
valid
Authors:
Leonard
Source:
ksu
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 514 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354597
Common Names
- Justicia Fuchsiifolia
- Fuchsiifolia Justicia
- Fuchsiifolia
Description
Justicia fuchsiifolia (also called Fuchsia-Flowered 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 fuchsiifolia is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It has a long flowering season and is relatively drought tolerant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin ailments and as an anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Justicia fuchsiifolia has white flowers with yellow centers, small seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Justicia fuchsiifolia is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Justicia fuchsiifolia
Justicia fuchsiifolia can be found in tropical Africa.
Justicia fuchsiifolia FAQ
What are the common names of Justicia fuchsiifolia?
Common names of Justicia fuchsiifolia include Fuchsii-leaved Justicia, Fuchsii-leaved Water Willow, and Fuchsii-leaved Willow.
What is the natural habitat of Justicia fuchsiifolia?
Justicia fuchsiifolia is native to Central America, and is found in moist, shady places.
What are the medicinal uses of Justicia fuchsiifolia?
Justicia fuchsiifolia has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
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,