Looseflower Water-willow (Justicia Ovata) is a perennial herb in the Acanthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires high watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Justicia ovata is a low-growing perennial herb native to wet and swampy areas in the southeastern United States, known for its delicate purple and white flowers and its role as a native groundcover.
Looseflower Water-willow
Justicia Ovata
Justicia ovata is a low-growing perennial herb native to wet and swampy areas in the southeastern United States, known for its delicate purple and white flowers and its role as a native groundcover.
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