Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
confertiflora
ID:
858300

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, XVI: 53 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000857635

Common Names

  • Copperleaf
  • Chenille Plant
  • Red Hot Cat Tail

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Description

Acalypha confertiflora (also called Confertiflora copperleaf, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It grows in moist meadows and along riverbanks, and has thin, upright stems with narrow leaves and spikelets that are usually copper in color.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha confertiflora is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha confertiflora is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are slender, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha confertiflora is a perennial shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It grows to a height of 2-3 meters and has bright green foliage. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in well-prepared, moist soil and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Acalypha confertiflora

Acalypha confertiflora is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Acalypha confertiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha confertiflora?

Acalypha confertiflora

What is the common name of Acalypha confertiflora?

Confertiflora Acalypha

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha confertiflora?

Acalypha confertiflora is native to tropical regions of 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-403: 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.