Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
imlayae
ID:
354297

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Hansen

Source:
ksu

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 9: 210 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353629

Common Names

  • Justicia Imlayae
  • Imlayae Justicia
  • Justicia

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Description

Justicia imlayae (also called Imlay's Justicia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and green leaves native to Central America and the Caribbean. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia imlayae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a wide range of benefits, including being a natural air purifier, providing a calming atmosphere, and helping to reduce stress.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Justicia imlayae has white or pinkish flowers with yellow centers. Seeds: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia imlayae is a shrub that is native to Mexico and Central America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Justicia imlayae

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

Justicia imlayae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia imlayae?

Justicia imlayae

What are the common names of Justicia imlayae?

Imlay's justicia and Imlay's water willow

What are the uses of Justicia imlayae?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a culinary herb

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

Bertel Hansen (1932-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Hansen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:941179-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.