Mohintli (Justicia spicigera)
Mohintli (Justicia spicigera) is a fast-growing shrub with bright green foliage and showy, tubular orange-red flowers, popular in tropical and subtropical landscapes.
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Sunlight
Bright indirect light
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Moderate
Fertilizer
Moderate
Care Requirements
Bright indirect light
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight for best flowering. Can tolerate some morning sun but avoid intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Well-drained
Moderate
Thrives in average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and cold drafts.
Moderate
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half during the growing season (spring to autumn).
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
1-2 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None in frost-free climates
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
Small
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyAcanthaceae
- genusJusticia
- speciesJusticia spicigera
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic