Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
mollugo
ID:
354362

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 200 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353694

Common Names

  • Justicia Mollugo
  • Mollugo Justicia
  • Mollugo Plant

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Description

Justicia mollugo (also called Mollugo Water Willow, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has narrow, lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in wet areas, such as along streams, in marshes, and in wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia mollugo is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its medicinal properties. It is also used for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Justicia mollugo is white with a yellow center, and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia mollugo is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or late autumn. The plant should be divided into several smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Justicia mollugo

Justicia mollugo is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, in open and semi-shaded areas. It is commonly found in moist forests, along streams, and in disturbed areas.

Justicia mollugo FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia mollugo?

Justicia mollugo

What is the common name of Justicia mollugo?

Mollugo

What type of plant is Justicia mollugo?

A species of flowering 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,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.