“Tilo (Justicia pectoralis), also known by the common name Tilo Cubano, is a beautiful and fragrant herb native to the warm climates of Mexico, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean islands. In some regions, it grows as a common roadside plant, while it is also cultivated as an ornamental flower.

This versatile herb is traditionally used in various folk remedies, with the aromatic dried foliage sometimes brewed as a tea or tonic. Its species name, ‘pectoralis,’ hints at its traditional uses for chest-related ailments.

Tilo thrives in rich, moist, well-draining soil and prefers partial or full shade. It is a resilient plant, although susceptible to root rot if left in soggy soil. It’s hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11 and can be grown in containers with proper drainage. Tilo is pest-resistant and attracts hummingbirds and butterflies when it blooms with delicate, vanilla-scented flowers.

This listing is for dried Tilo (Justicia pectoralis) plant material for botanical or decorative purposes.