Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
schimperiana
ID:
1270176

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Anderson

Source:
tro

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 38. 1863 [1864 publ. 1863]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269514

Common Names

  • Justicia schimperiana
  • Schimper's Justicia
  • Schimper's Water-willow

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Description

Justicia schimperiana (also called Schimper's Justicia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and has small, white flowers. It prefers humid, tropical climates and is often found in rainforests and other moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Justicia schimperiana sub. campestris Vollesen
Justicia schimperiana sub. schimperiana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia schimperiana has small, white flowers with a banner petal that is white and yellow. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia schimperiana is an evergreen, woody shrub native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Justicia schimperiana

Justicia schimperiana can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Justicia schimperiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia schimperiana?

Justicia schimperiana

What is the common name of Justicia schimperiana?

Schimper's Justicia

What is the growth habit of Justicia schimperiana?

Justicia schimperiana is an evergreen shrub with an upright, bushy habit.

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

Thomas Anderson (1832-1870): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Anderson' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.