Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
spicigera
ID:
354677

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 7: 395 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354009

Common Names

  • Justicia Spicigera
  • Justicia Spicigera Plant
  • Spicigera Plant

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Synonyms

  • Jacobinia mohintli Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Sericographis moctli Nees [unknown]

Description

Justicia spicigera (also called Spiked Justicia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has bright yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is found in tropical forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia spicigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has a long flowering season and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Justicia spicigera is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia spicigera is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 15°F (-9.4°C).

Where to Find Justicia spicigera

Justicia spicigera is native to Mexico and Central America.

Justicia spicigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia spicigera?

Justicia spicigera

What is the common name of Justicia spicigera?

Mexican Honeysuckle

What is the natural habitat of Justicia spicigera?

Tropical regions of Mexico

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,

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