Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
ruiziana
ID:
229758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 16 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229089



Common Names

  • Ruiziana Acalypha
  • Acalypha Ruiziana
  • Acalypha


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Synonyms

  • Ricinocarpus ruizianus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acalypha granulata Ruiz ex Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha ruiziana (also called Ruiz's Acalypha, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that is native to tropical regions of South America. It has white flowers and long, narrow leaves that are usually glossy. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in rainforests, wetlands, and along riversides.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha ruiziana has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and digestive ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant and as a flavoring agent in food and beverages.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha ruiziana is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha ruiziana is a perennial shrub native to South America. It is an evergreen plant with long, glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. It is also susceptible to fungal diseases, so it should be monitored regularly for signs of disease.

Where to Find Acalypha ruiziana

Acalypha ruiziana is native to Central America and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, and Brazil.

Acalypha ruiziana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha ruiziana?

Acalypha ruiziana

What are the common names of Acalypha ruiziana?

Chenille Plant, Red-hot Cat's Tail

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha ruiziana?

Tropical rainforests and cloud forests

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