Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
alopecuroides
ID:
276005

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Collectanea [Jacquin] 3: 196. 1791 [dt. 1789; issued late 1791]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275337



Common Names

  • Fox Tail
  • Foxtail Acalypha
  • Foxtail Acalypha Alopecuroides


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha alopecuroides polycephala Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus alopecuroides (Jacq.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus aristatus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acalypha aristata Kunth [unknown]
  • Acalypha alopecuroides glanduligera (Klotzsch) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha hystrix Balb. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Acalypha alopecuroidea glandulifera Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Acalypha alopecuroidea polycephala Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha alopecuroidea polycephala Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha alopecuroidea hispida Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha alopecuroides (also called Copperleaf, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to tropical Africa. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves with toothed margins and copper-colored flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha alopecuroides is a popular ornamental plant and is used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used to make herbal tea and is known for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acalypha alopecuroides are small, yellow and tubular. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha alopecuroides is an evergreen perennial herb native to India. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Stem cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Acalypha alopecuroides

Acalypha alopecuroides can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Madagascar, and India.

Acalypha alopecuroides FAQ

What is the best soil for Acalypha alopecuroides?

Acalypha alopecuroides prefers well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH.

How much sunlight does Acalypha alopecuroides need?

Acalypha alopecuroides prefers partial shade, but can tolerate full sun.

How often should Acalypha alopecuroides be watered?

Acalypha alopecuroides should be watered regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

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