Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
platyphylla
ID:
219247

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 6 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000218576

Common Names

  • Platyphylla Acalypha
  • Platyphylla Flame of the Woods
  • Platyphylla Jungle Flame

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Synonyms

  • Acalypha subandina Ule [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus platyphyllus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Acalypha platyphylla (also called Broad-leaved copperleaf, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in lowland forests, thickets, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha platyphylla is a bright red, tubular shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha platyphylla is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Acalypha platyphylla

Acalypha platyphylla can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Acalypha platyphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha platyphylla?

Acalypha platyphylla

What is the common name of Acalypha platyphylla?

Platyphylla Acalypha

Where is Acalypha platyphylla found?

Acalypha platyphylla is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

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-1036: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.