Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
pulgarensis
ID:
747358

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Elmer) C.M.Gao & Y.F.Deng

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 18: 257 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746691

Common Names

  • Justicia pulgarensis
  • Pulgarensis Justicia
  • Pulgarensis' Justicia

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Description

Justicia pulgarensis (also called Pulgar Justicia, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America and is found in open forests, woodlands and heathlands. It has bright yellow flowers and dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia pulgarensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia pulgarensis has small white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia pulgarensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep them moist. For cuttings, take a 4-6 inch stem cutting from the parent plant and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light for best results.

Where to Find Justicia pulgarensis

Justicia pulgarensis is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Justicia pulgarensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia pulgarensis?

Justicia pulgarensis

What is the common name of Justicia pulgarensis?

Pulgarensis Justicia

Where is Justicia pulgarensis found?

Justicia pulgarensis is found in India

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

Adolph Daniel Edward Elmer (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elmer' in the authors string.
Yun Fei Deng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.F.Deng' in the authors string.
Chun Ming Gao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Gao' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77106759-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.