Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
stipitata
ID:
354505

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wassh. & Arroyo

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 32: 407 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000353837

Common Names

  • Justicia stipitata
  • Stipitata Justicia
  • Stipitate Justicia

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Description

Justicia stipitata (also called Stipitate Plume, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South America. It has a bushy, upright habit and produces white flowers with yellow throats. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in woodlands and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia stipitata is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and is known for its attractive flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia stipitata has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia stipitata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Justicia stipitata

Justicia stipitata is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates, in open and semi-shaded areas. It is commonly found in moist forests, along streams, and in disturbed areas.

Justicia stipitata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia stipitata?

Justicia stipitata

What is the common name of Justicia stipitata?

Stipitata Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia stipitata?

It is found in wet forests, along streams, and in moist meadows in Central and South America.

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

Mary Therese Kalin Arroyo (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arroyo' in the authors string.
Dieter Carl Wasshausen (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wassh.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.