Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
oblongifolia
ID:
1046105

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindau) M.E.Steiner

Source:
tro

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 709 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001045443

Common Names

  • Oblongifolia Justicia
  • Justicia Oblongifolia
  • Oblong-Leaved Justicia

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Description

Justicia oblongifolia (also called Oblong-leaved Justicia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and its leaves are long and narrow. It grows in dry, sandy areas and is often found in coastal regions.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties to treat skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Justicia oblongifolia is a tubular, white flower with purple stripes. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia oblongifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to tropical America. It can be propagated from stem cuttings and should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Pruning should be done in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Justicia oblongifolia

Justicia oblongifolia is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, and Panama.

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.
Mariette E. Steiner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Steiner' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.