Overview
Justicia aurea is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Justicia, part of the Acanthaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Justicia aurea 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 aurea is a bushy evergreen cultivar of the Justicia genus, which comprises evergreen perennials or shrubs with simple foliage and tubular, two-lipped flowers often arranged in spikes or clusters. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with fertile, well-drained loam soil that is moist but well-drained, with an acid to neutral pH. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, and as a houseplant, it is ideal for patio and container planting. It is hardy to UK zone H1a and is best propagated by seed or softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings, with interest in spring and summer.
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 aurea 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 aurea
- 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 aurea?
Justicia aurea prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Justicia aurea need?
Justicia aurea 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 aurea hardy in the UK?
Justicia aurea 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 aurea?
Seed, softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Justicia genus
- Justicia aconitiflora
- Justicia adhatodaadhatoda
- Justicia californicachuparosa honeysuckle
- Justicia hyssopifolia
- Justicia lutea
- Justicia plumbaginifolia
- Justicia procumbens
- Justicia ventricosa
