Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
hedrenii
ID:
1260526

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.-P.Lebrun & Stork

Source:
tro

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 12: 233 (1990 publ. 1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259864

Common Names

  • Justicia hedrenii
  • Hedren's Justicia
  • Hedren's Waterwillow

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Description

Justicia hedrenii (also called Hedren's Justicia, among many other common names) is a shrub found in the Himalayas. It has an erect stem, with ovate leaves and white flowers. It grows in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia hedrenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Justicia hedrenii is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia hedrenii is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is hardy to USDA Zone 29.

Where to Find Justicia hedrenii

Justicia hedrenii can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Justicia hedrenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia hedrenii?

Justicia hedrenii

What is the common name of Justicia hedrenii?

Hedren's Waterwillow

What is the natural habitat of Justicia hedrenii?

It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and along streams and rivers

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

Jean-Pierre Lebrun (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-P.Lebrun' in the authors string.
Adélaïde Louise Stork (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stork' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.