Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
argentii
ID:
835403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sagun & G.A.Levin

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Blumea 52: 351 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834738



Common Names

  • Acalypha argentii
  • Silver-Leaf Acalypha
  • Jacob's Coat


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Description

Acalypha argentii (also called Argentii Acalypha, among many other common names) is a shrub of the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, and is found in humid forests. It has small, white flowers and can reach up to 3 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha argentii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant, and as a food source. It is also used to make cosmetics and as a source of fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha argentii has small white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha argentii is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When planting, make sure to space the plants at least 12 inches apart.

Where to Find Acalypha argentii

Acalypha argentii is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist habitats.

Acalypha argentii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha argentii?

Acalypha argentii

What is the common name of Acalypha argentii?

Silver nettle

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha argentii?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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-371928: Based on the initial data import
Geoffrey A. Levin (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.A.Levin' in the authors string.
Vernie G. Sagun: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sagun' in the authors string.