Status:
valid
Authors:
Burm.f.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1768
Citation Micro:
Fl. Indica : 10 (1768)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353728
Common Names
- Moretiana Justicia
- Moretiana Plant
- Moretiana Flower
Description
Justicia moretiana (also called Morete Justicia, among many other common names) is a medium-sized evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a spreading habit and is usually found in rocky areas and on dry slopes. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, tubular, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Justicia moretiana is an ornamental plant that is often used for landscaping and for its attractive foliage. It can also be used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Justicia moretiana has white flowers with yellow centers, small black seeds, and small seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Justicia moretiana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they take root, which usually takes about 2-3 weeks. Once the cuttings have taken root, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.
Where to Find Justicia moretiana
Justicia moretiana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Justicia moretiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Justicia moretiana?
Justicia moretiana
What is the common name of Justicia moretiana?
Moret's Justicia
What is the natural habitat of Justicia moretiana?
It is found in wet forests, along streams, and in moist meadows in Central and South America.
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,