Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
kwangsiensis
ID:
1239755

Status:
valid

Authors:
(H.S.Lo) H.S.Lo

Source:
tro

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Guihaia 17: 51 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239093

Common Names

  • Justicia Kwangsiensis
  • Kwangsiensis Justicia
  • Kwangsien Justicia

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Description

Justicia kwangsiensis (also called Kwangsi Water Willow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.2m in height. It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and lake margins.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia kwangsiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Justicia kwangsiensis are white or pink, with four petals and a tubular calyx. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia kwangsiensis is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a sunny location.

Where to Find Justicia kwangsiensis

Justicia kwangsiensis can be found in China.

Justicia kwangsiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia kwangsiensis?

Justicia kwangsiensis

What is the common name of Justicia kwangsiensis?

Kwangsiensis Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia kwangsiensis?

Forests and woodlands in China

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

Hsien Shui Lo (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Lo' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.