Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
controversa
ID:
862536

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Just's Bot. Jahresber. 26(1): 348. 1900

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000861871



Common Names

  • Acalypha controversa
  • Controversial Acalypha
  • Three-Seeded Mercury


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Description

Acalypha controversa (also called Controversial Acalypha, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and is often found in moist, shady areas. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers, and is used in herbal medicine.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha controversa is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of herbal remedies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha controversa is a small, yellow-green inflorescence, with a single spike of spikelets. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha controversa is a shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 18-24°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings at a temperature of 18-24°C and in a bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Acalypha controversa

Acalypha controversa is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is also found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Acalypha controversa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha controversa?

Acalypha controversa

What is the common name of Acalypha controversa?

Controversial Copperleaf

What type of plant is Acalypha controversa?

Shrub

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-407: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.