Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
insularis
ID:
354285

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Anderson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 40 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353617

Common Names

  • Justicia Insularis
  • Insularis Justicia
  • Justicia

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Synonyms

  • Tyloglossa diffusa Benth. [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Justicia insularis 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 insularis 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 insularis 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 insularis

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

Justicia insularis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia insularis?

Justicia insularis

What is the family of Justicia insularis?

Acanthaceae

Where is Justicia insularis 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

Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.