Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
simonisia
ID:
1268952

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.A.W.Graham

Source:
tro

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 43: 606 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268290


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Description

Justicia simonisia (also called Simonis' Justicia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub with small white flowers and leathery leaves. It typically grows in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia simonisia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Justicia simonisia are white and tubular with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia simonisia is a shrub native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy and to fertilize regularly.

Where to Find Justicia simonisia

Justicia simonisia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Justicia simonisia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia simonisia?

Justicia simonisia

What is the common name of Justicia simonisia?

Simons' Justicia

What type of plant is Justicia simonisia?

Shrub

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

Victoria Anne Wassell Graham (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.W.Graham' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.