Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ingrata
ID:
354283

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benoist

Source:
ksu

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 5: 119, latine. 1936

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353615

Common Names

  • Justicia Ingrata
  • Ingrata Justicia
  • Justicia

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Description

Justicia ingrata (also called Ungrateful Justicia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia ingrata 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

Justicia ingrata has small white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia ingrata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a light, well-drained soil in a warm, sunny position. Water regularly until established.

Where to Find Justicia ingrata

Justicia ingrata can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Venezuela.

Justicia ingrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia ingrata?

Justicia ingrata

What is the family of Justicia ingrata?

Acanthaceae

Where is Justicia ingrata found?

India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar

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

Raymond Benoist (1881-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benoist' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.