Justicia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Acanthaceae. It is the largest genus within the family, with over 900 accepted species. They are native to tropical to warm temperate regions of the Americas, India, and Africa. The genus serves as host to many butterfly species, such as Anartia fatima. Common names include water-willow and shrimp plant, the latter from the inflorescences, which resemble a shrimp in some species. The generic name honours Scottish horticulturist James Justice (1698–1763). They are closely related to Pachystachys.
Justicia is a genus of flowering plants in the family Acanthaceae. It is the largest genus within the family, with over 900 accepted species. [1] They are native to tropical to warm temperate regions of the Americas, India, and Africa. The genus serves as …
The flowering Justicia plant is a perennial native to the Atlantic Forest eco-regions in eastern Brazil. Justicia carnea is commonly cultivated and grown as an ornamental potted plant. The unique flower clusters and bright coloring has made it a popular choice among landscape artists and amateur gardeners as well.
Justicia carnea (Brazilian Plume) is an upright, evergreen shrub with large, dark green leaves, 10 in. long (25 cm), and showy flower plumes, 8 in. long (20 cm), densely packed with pink to crimson tubular flowers.
Justicia carnea growing shrub of the genus Justicia also known as Brazilian plume flower, Flamingo flower, Justicia carnea perennial evergreen plant, used as ornamental plant for the flowers, can grow in subtropical, mediterranean or temperate climate and growing in …
Justicia is a tropical shrub that bears tubular, two-lipped flowers surrounded by bracts. Flowers appear in spikes or panicles. Justicia has lance- to oval-shaped leaves. Plants grow from 12 …
The Huastec people of Mexico have used this Shrimp Plant as traditional medicine for a number of uses, including treating dysentery, wounds and gastrointestinal disorders. Justicia is named after after James Justice (1698-1763), a Scottish botanist and horticulturist, son of …
Justicia are New World natives primarily grown for their showy spikes or clusters of colorful, tubular flowers. Evergreen perennials or shrubs, their lush foliage and distinctive flowers make them a natural for a tropical garden. They are also a lovely choice for containers or as a …
30 Des 2023 · Mexican honeysuckle (Justicia spicigera) is primarily used for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscapes. Known for its vibrant orange tubular flowers and attractive foliage, it is cultivated for its aesthetic qualities, attracting pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds.
The shrimp plant Justicia brandegeana earned its well-deserved name from its normally arching, bronze-coppery flowerheads. It can display masses of blooms all year and is easy to grow.
Justicia carnea, commonly known as Brazilian Plume Flower, is a shade loving perennial shrub with large and striking dark green leaves, and exotic tubular flowers that bloom throughout the summer in colors ranging from orange to pink and purple. …
