Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
rubrobracteata
ID:
1541935

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alcantara & G.Soares

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2020

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 45(2): 328. 2020

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000023325

Common Names

  • Justicia rubrobracteata
  • Red-bracted Justicia
  • Red-bracted Star-grass

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Description

Justicia rubrobracteata (also called Red-Bracted Justicia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows up to 2 m tall and has white flowers with red bracts. It is found in lowland forests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia rubrobracteata is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and stomach pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Justicia rubrobracteata are white with a yellow center, and occur in clusters of three. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single stem with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia rubrobracteata is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 1-2 m tall. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered position. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a mixture of peat and sand.

Where to Find Justicia rubrobracteata

Justicia rubrobracteata is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Justicia rubrobracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia rubrobracteata?

Justicia rubrobracteata

What is the common name of Justicia rubrobracteata?

Red-bracted Justicia

Where is Justicia rubrobracteata found?

Central and South America

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

Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.