Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
nervata
ID:
354147

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindau) Profice

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Reserva Ecol. Macaé de Cima: Aspectos Flor. Espéc. Vasc. 2: 32 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353479

Common Names

  • Justicia nervata
  • Nervata Justicia
  • Nervata Plant

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Description

Justicia nervata (also called African Water Willow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist habitats, such as swamps, marshes, and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia nervata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia nervata has white or pink flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia nervata is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is usually propagated by division or by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a container or in the ground. It can be propagated from cuttings in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Justicia nervata

Justicia nervata is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Justicia nervata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia nervata?

Justicia nervata

What type of plant is Justicia nervata?

It is a type of shrub.

Where is Justicia nervata found?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Sheila Regina Profice (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Profice' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.