Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
aliena
ID:
270784

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 2, 3: 172 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000270116



Common Names

  • Acalypha aliena
  • Aliena Acalypha
  • Acalypha Aliena


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha simplicissima Millsp. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha aliena (also called 'Alien Acalypha', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen, perennial shrub with multiple, lance-shaped leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha aliena is an ornamental plant used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha aliena is yellow or yellowish-green with a short tube and a spreading limb. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule with a single seed inside. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha aliena is a shrub native to India. It can be grown in a well-draining potting mix and should be kept in bright, indirect light. The plant should be kept moist but not wet, and should be fertilized regularly during the growing season. Propagation is best done by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Acalypha aliena

Acalypha aliena is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Acalypha aliena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha aliena?

Acalypha aliena

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha aliena?

Forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal

What type of soil does Acalypha aliena prefer?

Well-drained, loamy soil

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-153: Based on the initial data import
Townshend Stith Brandegee (1843-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brandegee' in the authors string.