Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
wasshauseniana
ID:
1260549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Profice

Source:
tro

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Eugeniana 20: 4 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259887

Common Names

  • Justicia wasshauseniana
  • Wasshauseniana Justicia
  • Wasshauseniana

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Description

Justicia wasshauseniana (also called Wässhausen's Justicia, among many other common names) is a shrub found in the Himalayas. It has an erect stem, with ovate leaves and white flowers. It grows in alpine meadows and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Justicia wasshauseniana is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and flower beds. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright, colourful blooms. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Justicia wasshauseniana is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Justicia wasshauseniana is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It is hardy to USDA Zone 12.

Where to Find Justicia wasshauseniana

Justicia wasshauseniana can be found in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Justicia wasshauseniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Justicia wasshauseniana?

Justicia wasshauseniana

What is the common name of Justicia wasshauseniana?

Wasshauseniana Justicia

What is the natural habitat of Justicia wasshauseniana?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Mediterranean region

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

Sheila Regina Profice (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Profice' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.