Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
kasamae
ID:
1330021

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vollesen

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Fl. Zambes. 8(6): 222 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342475

Common Names

  • Justicia Kasamae
  • Kasamae Justicia
  • Kasamae Justicia

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Description

Justicia kasamae (also called Kasama Justicia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is an annual herb growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa. It grows in grasslands, up to an altitude of 1500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia kasamae is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Justicia kasamae is small and white with five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown colour. The seedlings are thin and green with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia kasamae can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Justicia kasamae

Justicia kasamae can be found in the Kasama district of Japan.

Justicia kasamae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia kasamae?

Justicia kasamae

What is the natural habitat of Justicia kasamae?

Justicia kasamae is found in the moist forests of India.

What type of plant is Justicia kasamae?

Justicia kasamae is a shrub.

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

Kaj Børge Vollesen (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vollesen' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77147173-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.