Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
burquezii
ID:
697637

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.W.Steinm. & Felger

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Aliso 16(1): 11. 1997

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000696970



Common Names

  • Burquez's Acalypha
  • Three-seeded Mercury
  • Copperleaf


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Description

Acalypha burquezii (also called Burquez's Acalypha, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It is typically found in meadows, grasslands, and mountain slopes. It has a short stem and a basal rosette of leaves. The leaves are lanceolate, dark green, and covered with hairs. The flowers are bell-shaped and bright red in color.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha burquezii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties and is used to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also used to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha burquezii has small yellow-green flowers with three petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha burquezii is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame or in a pot in a cold greenhouse. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Acalypha burquezii

Acalypha burquezii can be found in Mexico and Central America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Acalypha burquezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha burquezii?

Acalypha burquezii

What is the common name of Acalypha burquezii?

Burquez's acalypha

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha burquezii?

Mountain meadows, grassy slopes, and rocky areas

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-282: Based on the initial data import
Richard Stephen Felger (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Felger' in the authors string.
Victor W. Steinmann (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.W.Steinm.' in the authors string.