Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
decaryana
ID:
906994

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leandri

Source:
wcs

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 10: 284 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000906329



Common Names

  • Acalypha decaryana
  • Decary's Acalypha
  • Chenille Plant


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Description

Acalypha decaryana (also called Decary's Acalypha, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Madagascar. It has an upright, bushy habit, with oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha decaryana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha decaryana has small, white flowers that produce small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha decaryana is a species of shrub which is native to Madagascar. It is an evergreen shrub which grows to a height of 3-4 feet. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It is tolerant to drought and can be grown in areas with low rainfall. It is also tolerant to some diseases and pests. It is harvested in the summer months.

Where to Find Acalypha decaryana

Acalypha decaryana can be found in Madagascar.

Acalypha decaryana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha decaryana?

Acalypha decaryana

What are the common names of Acalypha decaryana?

Common names of Acalypha decaryana include Decary's copperleaf and Madagascar copperleaf.

What is the origin of Acalypha decaryana?

Acalypha decaryana is native to Madagascar.

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-449: Based on the initial data import
Jacques Désiré Leandri (1903-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leandri' in the authors string.