Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
comonduana
ID:
853034

Status:
valid

Authors:
Millsp.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 2, 2: 222 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000852369



Common Names

  • Comonduana Acalypha
  • Acalypha Comonduana
  • Comonduana Acalypha Tree


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Description

Acalypha comonduana (also called Comondú Acalypha, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Mexico. It has large, oval leaves and a short, woody stem. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and jungles.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha comonduana is used as an ornamental plant, for its edible fruit, and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha comonduana has a small, yellow flower with awns that are 1-2 cm long. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha comonduana is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm location until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Acalypha comonduana

Acalypha comonduana can be found in South America.

Acalypha comonduana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha comonduana?

Acalypha comonduana

What is the common name of Acalypha comonduana?

Comonduana Acalypha

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha comonduana?

It is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America.

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