Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
kirkbridei
ID:
354412

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wassh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 65: 255 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353744

Common Names

  • Kirkbridei Justicia
  • Kirkbridei Plant
  • Kirkbridei Flower

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Description

Justicia kirkbridei (also called Kirkbride's Justicia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a spreading habit and is usually found in rocky areas and on dry slopes. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, tubular, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia kirkbridei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia kirkbridei has small white flowers with yellow centers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia kirkbridei is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to maintain a neat shape and should be fertilized in spring and summer.

Where to Find Justicia kirkbridei

Justicia kirkbridei is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Justicia kirkbridei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia kirkbridei?

Justicia kirkbridei

What is the natural habitat of Justicia kirkbridei?

It is native to Mexico.

What are the common uses of Justicia kirkbridei?

It is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant.

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,

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