Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
gentlei
ID:
835656

Status:
valid

Authors:
Atha

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 60: 185 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834991



Common Names

  • Acalypha gentlei
  • Gentlei Acalypha
  • Gentle's Acalypha


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Description

Acalypha gentlei (also called Gentle's Acalypha, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a thick, succulent stem and long, narrow, pointed leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha gentlei is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha gentlei is a yellow, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha gentlei is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by taking stem cuttings in the spring or summer. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Acalypha gentlei

Acalypha gentlei can be found in the Philippines.

Acalypha gentlei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha gentlei?

Acalypha gentlei

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha gentlei?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the ideal growing conditions for Acalypha gentlei?

High humidity, bright indirect light, and well-draining soil

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