Carlowrightia sp.
Family: Acanthaceae · Type: Shrub · Variable; species dependent
Carlowrightia sp. is a non-native California shrub in the Acanthaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Justicia: Flowers less than 2 cm and white with yellow-maroon markings vs. Justicia's 2-4 cm dull red flowers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Carlowrightia sp. native to California?
No. Carlowrightia sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Carlowrightia sp. belong to?
Carlowrightia sp. is in the Acanthaceae family, genus Carlowrightia.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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