Acalypha anadenia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anadenia
ID:
300967
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 22: 33 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300299
Common Names
- Acalypha anadenia
- Anadenia Acalypha
- Anadenia Copperleaf
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acalypha anadenia (also called 'Fuzzy Acalypha', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It is native to the Caribbean, and can be found in dry, open forests and scrublands. It has fuzzy, green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Acalypha anadenia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant and as a food source.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Acalypha anadenia has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acalypha anadenia is a shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned back in the spring to promote new growth.
Where to Find Acalypha anadenia
Acalypha anadenia can be found in the Caribbean and South America.
Acalypha anadenia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acalypha anadenia?
Acalypha anadenia
What is the common name of Acalypha anadenia?
Anadenia Acalypha
What is the natural habitat of Acalypha anadenia?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and Central America
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-182: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.