Status:
valid
Authors:
Acosta
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Revista Mex. Biodivers. 78: 11 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509649
Common Names
- Justicia salma-margaritae
- Salma-Margaritae Justicia
- Salma-Margaritae Justicia Plant
Description
Justicia salma-margaritae (also called Salma-Margaritae Justicia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas, such as mountains and hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Justicia salma-margaritae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Justicia salma-margaritae has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Justicia salma-margaritae can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Justicia salma-margaritae
Justicia salma-margaritae can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Justicia salma-margaritae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Justicia salma-margaritae?
Justicia salma-margaritae
What is the natural habitat of Justicia salma-margaritae?
It is native to Central America
What is the growth rate of Justicia salma-margaritae?
It grows slowly, reaching a height of up to 4 feet
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,