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Justicia aurea
Also Known As
- Adhatoda umbrosa
- Justicia umbrosa
- Giant Yellow Justicia
- Golden Plume
- Yellow Jacobinia
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'-8'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 8b-11
Justicia aurea plant details
Justicia aurea is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Justicia aurea
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: houseplant, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Justicia aurea
- USDA Zones: 8b - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Almost Eden
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Gardening facts about Justicia aurea plant
How to Grow Justicia aurea
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-11
Size
Height: 20"-24"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Chiparosa, Chuparosa, Hummingbird Bush
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 6'
Width: 12'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
aka Arizona Water Willow, Red Justicia
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
aka Beloperone comosa, Beloperone fulvicoma, Mexican Plume, Orange Shrimp Plant
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 4'-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
8b-10b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 4'-6'
- bright shade - shade
- regular - occasional
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