Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
panarensis
ID:
354071

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wassh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Novon 2: 70 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353403

Common Names

  • Panarensis Justicia
  • Panarensis-Justicia
  • Justicia panarensis

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Description

Justicia panarensis (also called Panare 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 panarensis 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 panarensis 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 panarensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. It is best to sow the seed in a cold frame in the fall and then transplant the seedlings in the spring. It can also be propagated by cuttings in the summer.

Where to Find Justicia panarensis

Justicia panarensis is native to Central America and is found in Panama and Costa Rica.

Justicia panarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia panarensis?

Justicia panarensis

What is the common name of Justicia panarensis?

No common name

What type of plant is Justicia panarensis?

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,

References

Dieter Carl Wasshausen (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wassh.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.