Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
minutifolia
ID:
355413

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chiov.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1941: 173 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354745

Common Names

  • Justicia minutifolia
  • Miniature Justicia
  • Tiny Justicia

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Description

Justicia minutifolia (also called Minute-leaved justicia, among many other common names) is a shrub-like perennial plant native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It has ovate leaves and small white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in moist, shady areas, and is often found in gardens and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia minutifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia minutifolia has white flowers with yellow centres and a long, slender seed pod. The seedlings are small and delicate with long, thin stems and small, pointed leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia minutifolia is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For best results, sow the seeds in a moist, well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The plants prefer full sun to partial shade and should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Justicia minutifolia

Justicia minutifolia is native to tropical regions of South America. It can be found in wet forests, along rivers, and in other moist habitats.

Justicia minutifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia minutifolia?

Justicia minutifolia

What is the common name of Justicia minutifolia?

Small-leaved Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia minutifolia?

Dry deciduous forests

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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