Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
254090

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 6: 329 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253422

Common Names

  • Acalypha Acuminata
  • Cats Tail
  • Foxtail

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Synonyms

  • Ricinocarpus acuminatus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus acumininatus (Benth.) Kuntze [deprecated]

Description

Acalypha acuminata (also called Acalypha, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions. It has long, thin stems and grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in open, sunny areas and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha acuminata is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant flowers, and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha acuminata is a yellow or white color and has a bell-shaped structure. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha acuminata is a small, perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It has small, greenish-white flowers and is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers. It is also tolerant of light frost. It can be propagated by cuttings or division.

Where to Find Acalypha acuminata

Acalypha acuminata is native to tropical Africa.

Acalypha acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha acuminata?

Acalypha acuminata

What are the common names of Acalypha acuminata?

Acalypha, Copperleaf

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha acuminata?

Acalypha acuminata is native to tropical Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands

Species in the Acalypha genus

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-137: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.