Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
orchioides
ID:
354168

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 85 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353500

Common Names

  • Justicia Orchioides
  • Orchioides Justicia
  • Orchioides Justicia Plant

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Description

Justicia orchioides (also called Orchid Justicia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, open areas such as meadows, wetlands, and woodlands. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate both drought and flooding.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia orchioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Justicia orchioides sub. glabrata Immelman
Justicia orchioides sub. orchioides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia orchioides 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia orchioides 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 can tolerate drought and is moderately salt tolerant. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal pruning.

Where to Find Justicia orchioides

Justicia orchioides can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Justicia orchioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia orchioides?

Justicia orchioides

What is the common name of Justicia orchioides?

Orchid-leaved Water Willow

What is the natural habitat of Justicia orchioides?

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,

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