Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
sprucei
ID:
1259052

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.A.W.Graham

Source:
tro

Year:
1988

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258390

Common Names

  • Sprucei Justicia
  • Justicia Sprucei
  • Justicia sprucei

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Description

Justicia sprucei (also called 'Spruce's Justicia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It has a woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia sprucei is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia sprucei has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia sprucei is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or seed. Division should be done in spring or early summer, while seeds should be sown in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Justicia sprucei

Justicia sprucei is native to Central and South America, as well as parts of the Caribbean.

Justicia sprucei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia sprucei?

Justicia sprucei

What is the common name of Justicia sprucei?

Spruce's Justicia

What type of plant is Justicia sprucei?

A flowering plant

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.