Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
uvida
ID:
355379

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wassh.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Novon 2: 72 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000354711

Common Names

  • Uvida Justicia
  • Uvida Waterwillow
  • Uvida Water Willow

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Description

Justicia uvida (also called Justicia uvida, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Central and South America. It grows in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows, and has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia uvida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Justicia uvida has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia uvida is a perennial plant native to South America. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by division or cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Justicia uvida

Justicia uvida is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Justicia uvida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia uvida?

Justicia uvida

What type of plant is Justicia uvida?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the common name of Justicia uvida?

Uvida Justicia

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.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.