Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
umbricola
ID:
1273243

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wassh. & J.R.I.Wood

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 58: 799 (2003 publ. 2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272581

Common Names

  • Umbricola Justicia
  • Umbricola Justicia Plant
  • Umbricola Justicia Flower

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Description

Justicia umbricola (also called 'Umbric Justicia', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador. It has small, white flowers and small, ovate leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas of the forest, such as along streams and in ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia umbricola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Justicia umbricola is white and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia umbricola is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is frost tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). Prune regularly to encourage bushy growth.

Where to Find Justicia umbricola

Justicia umbricola is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in the mountains, usually at elevations of 1,500 to 3,000 meters.

Justicia umbricola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia umbricola?

Justicia umbricola

What is the common name of Justicia umbricola?

Umbricola Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia umbricola?

It is found in open woodlands, heathlands, and grasslands.

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

Dieter Carl Wasshausen (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wassh.' in the authors string.
John Richard Ironside Wood (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.I.Wood' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.