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Justicia laxa (Justicia laxa)

Justicia laxa is a fast-growing shrub with delicate white flowers, often used in tropical gardens for its airy appearance.

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Sunlight

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile potting mix. A blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost works well.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers bright, indirect light.

Avoid intense direct sun.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water when top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile potting mix. A blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost works well.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range 18-25°C, avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during growing season.

Use balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1.5 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Synonyms
Adhatoda paniculata Benth.
Duvernoia laurentii De Wild.
Duvernoia paniculata (Benth.) Lindau
Duvernoia pyramidata Lindau
Ecbolium laxum (T.Anderson) Kuntze
Justicia laurentii De Wild.
Justicia pyramidata C.B.Clarke
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyAcanthaceae
  • genusJusticia
  • speciesJusticia laxa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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