Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly during the cooler, dormant months to prevent root rot, but never allow the soil to dry out completely.
Justicia prevostiae is an evergreen shrub known for its attractive foliage, often featuring variegated patterns. It typically produces small, inconspicuous flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect Light
75% intensity
Thrives in bright, filtered sunlight. Avoid direct, harsh sun which can scorch leaves.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Prefers evenly moist soil, avoid letting it dry out completely.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average Room Temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
During Growing Season
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks from spring to summer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly during the cooler, dormant months to prevent root rot, but never allow the soil to dry out completely.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back the tips of young stems to promote branching. Remove any leggy or overgrown stems to improve air circulation and overall plant health.
Light pruning can be done anytime, with heavier pruning in spring.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Select healthy, non-flowering stems about 7-10 cm long. Remove lower leaves and insert the cuttings into moist potting mix.
Keep humid and warm until roots develop.
Repot every 1-2 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Repot in spring, just as new growth begins, to minimize transplant shock.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Justicia Prevostiae (Justicia prevostiae)
Where Justicia Prevostiae (Justicia prevostiae) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Justicia |
| Species | Justicia prevostiae |
Similar in genus Justicia
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