Overview
Justicia ventricosa is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Justicia, part of the Acanthaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Justicia ventricosa 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 ventricosa is a bushy evergreen perennial or shrub from the Justicia genus, known for its simple foliage and tubular flowers with two lips, often accompanied by prominent bracts. It thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with an acid to neutral pH and prefers moist but well-drained conditions. Suitable for full sun or partial shade, it is best grown in sheltered, east-, south-, or west-facing aspects. Hardy to H1a, this cultivar is ideal for patios and containers, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation is possible by seed or 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 ventricosa 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 ventricosa
- 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 ventricosa?
Justicia ventricosa prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Justicia ventricosa need?
Justicia ventricosa 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 ventricosa hardy in the UK?
Justicia ventricosa 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 ventricosa?
Seed, softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings.
More in the Justicia genus
- Justicia aconitiflora
- Justicia adhatodaadhatoda
- Justicia aurea
- Justicia californicachuparosa honeysuckle
- Justicia hyssopifolia
- Justicia lutea
- Justicia plumbaginifolia
- Justicia procumbens
