Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
ksu
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 786 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353511
Common Names
- Justicia Ochroleuca
- Ochroleuca Justicia
- Ochroleuca Justicia Plant
Description
Justicia ochroleuca (also called White Justicia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.
Uses & Benefits
Justicia ochroleuca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Justicia ochroleuca has white, tubular flowers with yellow throats and black spots. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are green and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Justicia ochroleuca is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal pruning.
Where to Find Justicia ochroleuca
Justicia ochroleuca is native to Mexico and Central America. 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 ochroleuca FAQ
What is the scientific name of Justicia ochroleuca?
Justicia ochroleuca
What is the common name of Justicia ochroleuca?
Ochroleucous Water Willow
What is the natural habitat of Justicia ochroleuca?
It is native to tropical and subtropical Africa, from Sudan to South Africa
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,