Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ovata
ID:
354084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. (Urban). 2(2): 237. 1900 [20 Oct 1900]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353416

Common Names

  • Ovate Justicia
  • Ovate-Justicia
  • Justicia ovata

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Description

Justicia ovata (also called Oval-Leaved Justicia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a small shrub, native to Brazil, growing up to 1 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia ovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Justicia ovata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia ovata 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 ovata

Justicia ovata is native to Central America and is found in Panama, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua.

Justicia ovata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia ovata?

Justicia ovata

What is the common name of Justicia ovata?

No common name

What type of plant is Justicia ovata?

A species of flowering plant

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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