Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
urostachya
ID:
248421

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 5: 229 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000247753

Common Names

  • Urostachya Acalypha
  • Mountain Acalypha
  • Urostachya Copperleaf

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Synonyms

  • Ricinocarpus urostachyus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Acalypha urostachya (also called Urostachya, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Brazil and is found in humid forests and open fields. It has simple, opposite leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha urostachya has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds, and as an antiseptic. It is also used as a dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha urostachya flowers are small and yellowish-green. Its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha urostachya is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types. Prune the plant to maintain its shape and size. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a year.

Where to Find Acalypha urostachya

Acalypha urostachya can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Acalypha urostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha urostachya?

Acalypha urostachya

What is the common name of Acalypha urostachya?

Acalypha

What is the family of Acalypha urostachya?

Euphorbiaceae

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-1315: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.