Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
peratanthoides
ID:
354224

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
ksu

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 22A(8): 93. 1928 [25 Oct 1928]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353556

Common Names

  • Justicia peratanthoides
  • Peratanthoides Justicia
  • Peratanthoides Plant

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Description

Justicia peratanthoides (also called Peratanthoides, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. It typically grows in moist, low-lying areas such as wetlands, riverbanks and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia peratanthoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Justicia peratanthoides is white or pink in color, with a tubular shape. The seed is small and black in color. Seedlings have a single stem with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia peratanthoides is a perennial herb that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be taken from the tips of the stems.

Where to Find Justicia peratanthoides

Justicia peratanthoides can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Justicia peratanthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia peratanthoides?

Justicia peratanthoides

What are the common names of Justicia peratanthoides?

Peratanthoides Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia peratanthoides?

It is native to tropical America and is found in wet places such as swamps, marshes, and along the banks of streams and rivers

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

Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.