Biology:Justicia umbrosa

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Justicia umbrosa
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Scientific classification
Kingdom:
Plantae
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Family:
Genus:
Justicia
Species:
J. umbrosa
Binomial name
Justicia umbrosa
Benth.

Justicia umbrosa (Brazilian plume, yellow jacobinia; syn. Adhatoda umbrosa Ness, and Justicia aurea Schltdl.) is an ornamental shrub native of Cerrado vegetation of Brazil . This plant may be propagated by herbaceous stem cutting, and it can usually get to 1,50 - 2,50 m tall. They flourish in the shade, and will not do well if overwatered.

A variety with white flowers

See also

  • List of plants of Cerrado vegetation of Brazil

External links

Wikidata ☰ Q3012770 entry