Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
leptophylla
ID:
355066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leonard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 560 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354398

Common Names

  • Justicia Leptophylla
  • Thin-Leaved Justicia
  • Thin-Leaved Plume

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Description

Justicia leptophylla (also called Leptophylla Justicia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It has white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It usually grows in tropical and subtropical regions, and is found in moist habitats such as swamps, wetlands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia leptophylla is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia leptophylla has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a rounded shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia leptophylla is a perennial shrub that is native to South America. It is easy to grow and propagate from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Water regularly until the plant is established.

Where to Find Justicia leptophylla

Justicia leptophylla can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Justicia leptophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia leptophylla?

Justicia leptophylla

What is the common name of Justicia leptophylla?

Slender-leaved Justicia

What type of plant is Justicia leptophylla?

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

Emery Clarence Leonard (1892-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leonard' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.