Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
psamofila
ID:
1327473

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cardiel, M.Nee & P.M.Rodr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 70: 164 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339927



Common Names

  • Acalypha Psamofila
  • Psamofila Acalypha
  • Sand-Loving Copperleaf


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Description

Acalypha psamofila (also called 'Psamofila Acalypha', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded growth habit. It is native to the Himalayas, India, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha psamofila is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as houseplants. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha psamofila is a white-cream coloured spike, with each individual flower having five petals. The seeds are small and round, with a black colour. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha psamofila is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Propagate by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Acalypha psamofila

Acalypha psamofila is native to India.

Acalypha psamofila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha psamofila?

Acalypha psamofila

What are the common names of Acalypha psamofila?

Sand Acalypha

Where is Acalypha psamofila native to?

India

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

Michael Nee (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Nee' in the authors string.
José María Cardiel (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cardiel' in the authors string.
Pablo Muñoz Rodríguez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.M.Rodr.' in the authors string.