Overview
Justicia aconitiflora is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Justicia, part of the Acanthaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Justicia aconitiflora grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include patio and container plants.
About
Justicia aconitiflora is a bushy evergreen perennial from the genus Justicia, known for its simple foliage and tubular flowers arranged in spikes or clusters. This cultivar thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with an acid to neutral pH, preferring moist but well-drained conditions. It suits full sun to partial shade on sheltered, east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. Hardy to H1a, it is ideal for patio and container planting, with interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved by seed or softwood to semi-hardwood cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Justicia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Justicia aconitiflora size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Justicia aconitiflora
- Propagation
- Seed, softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Glasshouse red spider mite, Glasshouse whitefly
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Justicia aconitiflora?
Justicia aconitiflora prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Justicia aconitiflora need?
Justicia aconitiflora grows best in loam soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Justicia aconitiflora hardy in the UK?
Justicia aconitiflora has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Justicia aconitiflora?
Seed, softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Justicia genus
- Justicia adhatodaadhatoda
- Justicia aurea
- Justicia californicachuparosa honeysuckle
- Justicia hyssopifolia
- Justicia lutea
- Justicia plumbaginifolia
- Justicia procumbens
- Justicia ventricosa
