Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
denticulata
ID:
963084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 7: 48 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000962422

Common Names

  • Toothed Acalypha
  • Toothed Copperleaf
  • Toothed Three-seeded Mercury

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Description

Aa denticulata (also called Tooth-edged Aa, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to Mexico. It has thick, fleshy stems and leaves, and produces yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found on rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Aa denticulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aa denticulata is small and yellow in color. It has a five-petaled corolla and a single pistil. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings have a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aa denticulata is a low-growing, succulent shrub that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It has a spreading, branching habit and can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Aa denticulata

Aa denticulata is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky habitats. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-8: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.