Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
brevicaulis
ID:
624290

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 13 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000623622



Common Names

  • Acalypha brevicaulis
  • Short-stemmed Acalypha
  • Shortstem Acalypha


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Synonyms

  • Ricinocarpus brevicaulis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acalypha crassicaulis Klotzsch ex Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha brevicaulis (also called Short-stemmed Acalypha, among many other common names) is a small, shrub-like plant that grows up to 4 feet tall and 5 feet in diameter. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, rocky or sandy soils in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha brevicaulis is an attractive ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a dense, bushy growth habit and is often used as a hedge or screen plant. It is also used as a windbreak and can provide shade in hot climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha brevicaulis is small and white with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha brevicaulis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet (2.4 m) in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Acalypha brevicaulis

Acalypha brevicaulis is native to India and can be found in tropical forests.

Acalypha brevicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha brevicaulis?

Acalypha brevicaulis

What is the common name of Acalypha brevicaulis?

Short-stemmed copperleaf

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha brevicaulis?

Acalypha brevicaulis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

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-274: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.