Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
angatensis
ID:
307384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blanco

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Fl. Filip. : 750 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306716



Common Names

  • Angat Acalypha
  • Acalypha angatensis
  • Angat Copperleaf


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha tomentosa Blanco [unknown]
  • Acalypha akoensis Hayata [unknown]
  • Acalypha amentacea velutina (Müll.Arg.) Fosberg [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus angatensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus philippinensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acalypha grandis akoensis (Hayata) Hurus. [unknown]
  • Acalypha grandis formosana (Hayata) Hurus. [unknown]
  • Acalypha grandis longiacuminata (Hayata) Hurus. [unknown]
  • Acalypha formosana Hayata [unknown]
  • Acalypha grandis velutina Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha longiacuminata Hayata [unknown]

Description

Acalypha angatensis (also called 'Angat Copperleaf', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to the Philippines. It typically grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests, along streams, and in swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha angatensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha angatensis has yellow flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha angatensis can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and a sunny position. It is a low-maintenance plant and is relatively drought-tolerant.

Where to Find Acalypha angatensis

Acalypha angatensis can be found in the Philippines.

Acalypha angatensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha angatensis?

Acalypha angatensis

What is the common name of Acalypha angatensis?

Angat Acalypha

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha angatensis?

Tropical rainforests

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-188: Based on the initial data import
Francisco Manuel Blanco (1779-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blanco' in the authors string.