Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Acanthaceae

Genus:

Justicia

Species:

Justicia wrightii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

White, Purple

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: New Mexico, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers organic matter-rich environments