Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
phyllonomifolia
ID:
218298

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 20: 406 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217627

Common Names

  • Acalypha phyllonomifolia
  • Foliage Acalypha
  • Foliage Acalypha

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Synonyms

  • Acalypha concinna Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Acalypha phyllonomifolia (also called 'Phyllonomifolia Palm', among many other common names) is a species of palm native to the Amazon rainforest. It is a tall, slender palm with a single trunk and a crown of feather-like leaves. It can grow up to 20 meters tall and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha phyllonomifolia is used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used for making furniture, flooring, and other wood products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha phyllonomifolia has yellowish-green flowers, with its seeds being small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha phyllonomifolia is a tropical shrub that is native to the Amazon rainforest. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It is a fast-growing species and can reach heights of up to 3 m (10 ft) with a spread of up to 2 m (6 ft).

Where to Find Acalypha phyllonomifolia

Acalypha phyllonomifolia is found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

Acalypha phyllonomifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha phyllonomifolia?

Acalypha phyllonomifolia

What are the common names of Acalypha phyllonomifolia?

Phyllonomifolia Acalypha

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha phyllonomifolia?

Acalypha phyllonomifolia is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Brazil.

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-1027: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.