Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
ruderalis
ID:
229427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Morong & Britton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Ann. New York Acad. Sci. 7: 225 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228757

Common Names

  • Acalypha ruderalis
  • Ruderalis Acalypha
  • Ruderalis Acalypha Plant

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Description

Acalypha ruderalis (also called Ruderal Acalypha, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha ruderalis has many medicinal uses, including treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha ruderalis has small, yellow flowers with red centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha ruderalis is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be used as a hedge or in a mixed border.

Where to Find Acalypha ruderalis

Acalypha ruderalis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Veracruz.

Acalypha ruderalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha ruderalis?

Acalypha ruderalis

What are the common names of Acalypha ruderalis?

Acalypha, wild sage

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha ruderalis?

Acalypha ruderalis is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas

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-1134: Based on the initial data import
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Thomas Morong (1827-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morong' in the authors string.