Water Willow (Justicia Procumbens) is a perennial herb in the Acanthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Justicia procumbens is a small perennial herbaceous plant with slender, erect to procumbent stems that root at the lower nodes, typically growing 10-50 cm tall.

Water Willow

Water Willow

Justicia Procumbens

Justicia procumbens is a small perennial herbaceous plant with slender, erect to procumbent stems that root at the lower nodes, typically growing 10-50 cm tall.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, medicinal garden plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Water Willow

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Acanthaceae
Genus:Justicia