Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
salvadorensis
ID:
230403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 14: 96 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229734



Common Names

  • Acalypha salvadorensis
  • Salvadoran Copperleaf
  • Salvadoran Fireplant


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha neomexicana jaliscana McVaugh [unknown]

Description

Acalypha salvadorensis (also called Salvadoran Copperleaf, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It typically grows to a height of 0.5–1 m and has a spread of 0.5–1 m. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate in shape. It is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha salvadorensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. The plant is known for its bright red, heart-shaped flowers and glossy foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha salvadorensis has small, yellow-green flowers with yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha salvadorensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Acalypha salvadorensis

Acalypha salvadorensis is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Acalypha salvadorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha salvadorensis?

Acalypha salvadorensis

What is the common name of Acalypha salvadorensis?

Salvadoran Acalypha

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha salvadorensis?

It is native to El Salvador.

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-1143: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.