Acalypha ampliata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ampliata
ID:
298856
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XVI: 138 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298188
Common Names
- Acalypha ampliata
- Ampliata Acalypha
- Acalypha
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acalypha ampliata (also called 'Ampliate Acalypha' and 'Large-leaved Acalypha', among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and bushveld habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acalypha ampliata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as well as a medicinal herb for treating digestive disorders, skin ailments, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acalypha ampliata has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acalypha ampliata is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.
Where to Find Acalypha ampliata
Acalypha ampliata is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Acalypha ampliata FAQ
What are the optimal conditions for Acalypha ampliata?
Acalypha ampliata prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
What is the growth rate of Acalypha ampliata?
Acalypha ampliata is a slow-growing plant.
What is the lifespan of Acalypha ampliata?
Acalypha ampliata has an average lifespan of 10-15 years.
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-180: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.
Käthe Hoffmann (b.1883): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Hoffm.' in the authors string.