Acalypha allenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
allenii
ID:
271819
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hutch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1911: 229 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000271151
Common Names
- Allen's Acalypha
- Acalypha Allenii
- Acalypha Allenii Leaf Flower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acalypha allenii (also called Allen's Copperleaf, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to India, Sri Lanka, and China. It grows in moist and shady areas, such as in grasslands and along the edges of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Acalypha allenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various skin conditions and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Acalypha allenii are small and yellow. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acalypha allenii is a tropical perennial plant that can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is by division or seed. The seed should be sown in spring in a warm, sheltered spot and kept moist.
Where to Find Acalypha allenii
Acalypha allenii is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Acalypha allenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acalypha allenii?
Acalypha allenii
What is the natural habitat of Acalypha allenii?
Tropical forests
What are the uses of Acalypha allenii?
Medicinal, ornamental
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-154: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.