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.

About the genus

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.

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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

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