Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tubulosa
ID:
355354

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) T.Anderson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 7: 41 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354686

Common Names

  • Vegeta Justicia
  • Vegeta False Acalypha
  • Vegeta Justicia

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Synonyms

  • Siphonoglossa leptantha leptantha [unknown]

Description

Justicia tubulosa (also called 'Tubular Justicia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has a spread of 1-2 meters. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate in shape and are green in color. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in open woodlands, and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia tubulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Justicia tubulosa sub. late-ovata (C.B.Clarke) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt
Justicia tubulosa sub. tubulosa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia tubulosa has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia tubulosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Justicia tubulosa

Justicia tubulosa is native to Central and South America and can be found in dry, sunny areas.

Justicia tubulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia tubulosa?

Justicia tubulosa

What is the common name of Justicia tubulosa?

Tubular Water Willow

What type of plant is Justicia tubulosa?

A perennial herb

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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