Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
1045901

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Rob. & Greenm.

Source:
tro

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Amer. J. Sci. , ser. 3, 1: 161 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001045239

Common Names

  • Justicia linearis
  • Linear Justicia
  • Scarlet Plume

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Description

Justicia linearis (also called False Justicia, among many other common names) is a small, erect, annual herb native to tropical Africa. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves that are green in color and have a serrated margin. It is found in open, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia linearis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia linearis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves that are oval-shaped and slightly toothed.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia linearis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought-tolerant and can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant requires little care and can be pruned to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Justicia linearis

Justicia linearis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in the countries of Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Zaire.

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

Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Jesse More Greenman (1867-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greenm.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.