Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
periplocifolia
ID:
354230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Collectanea 5: 5 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353562

Common Names

  • Justicia periplocifolia
  • Periplocifolia Justicia
  • Periplocifolia Plant

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Description

Justicia periplocifolia (also called Periplocifolia, 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 periplocifolia 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 periplocifolia 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 periplocifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is moderately salt-tolerant. It is not frost-tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures.

Where to Find Justicia periplocifolia

Justicia periplocifolia is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Justicia periplocifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia periplocifolia?

Justicia periplocifolia

What are the common names of Justicia periplocifolia?

Periplocifolia Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia periplocifolia?

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,

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