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Willow Leaved Justicia (Justicia gendarussa)

Justicia gendarussa, a shrub native to Southeast Asia, is known for its medicinal properties and attractive foliage. It is also called Willow Leaved Justicia.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.

Temperature

Thrives in average room temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Can tolerate partial shade; avoid direct hot sun.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

Avoid overwatering and ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.

Temperature

Thrives in average room temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-25°C; avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks from spring to autumn.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Foliage, Medicinal, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Adhatoda subserrata Nees
Dianthera subserrata Blanco
Dicliptera rheedei Kostel.
Ecbolium gendarussa (Burm.f.) Kuntze
Ecbolium subserratum Kuntze
Gendarussa vulgaris Nees
Justicia dahona Buch.-Ham. ex Wall.
Justicia salicina Vahl ex Nees
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderLamiales
  • familyAcanthaceae
  • genusJusticia
  • speciesJusticia gendarussa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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