Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
311496

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 99 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310828



Common Names

  • Acalypha Angustifolia
  • Narrow-leaved Acalypha
  • Narrow-leaved Three-seeded Mercury


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Synonyms

  • Ricinocarpus angustifolius Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus carpinifolius Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acalypha angustifolia glabrata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha arcuata Urb. [unknown]
  • Acalypha carpinifolia Poir. [unknown]
  • Acalypha carpinifolia domingensis (Spreng.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha domingensis Spreng. [unknown]
  • Acalypha laevigata Willd. [unknown]
  • Acalypha angustifolia genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha carpinifolia genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Copperleaf, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and dry savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha angustifolia is a medicinal plant that is used to treat various ailments, such as colds, flu, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and produces small, white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha angustifolia is white, with three petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, round and brown. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha angustifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 feet in height. It is native to Australia and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings, or air layering.

Where to Find Acalypha angustifolia

Acalypha angustifolia is native to the Caribbean and can be found in dry forests and woodlands in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, and Puerto Rico.

Acalypha angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha angustifolia?

Acalypha angustifolia

What is the common name of Acalypha angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Copperleaf

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha angustifolia?

Dry woods, thickets, and sandy soils

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-192: Based on the initial data import
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.