Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
sivadasanii
ID:
1331380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sunil, K.M.P.Kumar & Naveen Kum.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 70(4)-55: 1 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343834

Common Names

  • Sivadasanii Justicia
  • Justicia
  • Sivadasani's Justicia

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Description

Justicia sivadasanii (also called Justicia sivadasanii, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to India and is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia sivadasanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Justicia sivadasanii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia sivadasanii is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks.

Where to Find Justicia sivadasanii

Justicia sivadasanii can be found in the forests of India.

Justicia sivadasanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia sivadasanii?

Justicia sivadasanii

What is the natural habitat of Justicia sivadasanii?

Moist forests and grasslands

What is the flower color of Justicia sivadasanii?

White

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

Chandrasseril Narayanan Sunil: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sunil' in the authors string.
V.V. Naveen Kumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Naveen Kum.' in the authors string.
Konickal Mambetta Prabhu Kumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.M.P.Kumar' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77150417-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.