Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
wigginsii
ID:
255047

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.L.Webster

Source:
wcs

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Madroño 20: 261 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254379

Common Names

  • Acalypha wigginsii
  • Wiggins' Acalypha
  • Acalypha Wigginsii

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Description

Acalypha wigginsii (also called Wiggins' Copperleaf, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has large, oval leaves and produces red flowers. It usually grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha wigginsii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha wigginsii has small, yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha wigginsii is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be kept in temperatures between 10-25°C and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Acalypha wigginsii

Acalypha wigginsii can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Acalypha wigginsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha wigginsii?

Acalypha wigginsii

What type of plant is Acalypha wigginsii?

Shrub

Where is Acalypha wigginsii found?

Mexico

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-1379: Based on the initial data import
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.