Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
segetalis
ID:
234677

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 2: 336 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234008



Common Names

  • Acalypha segetalis
  • Field Copperleaf
  • Field Chenille


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha sessilis De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
  • Acalypha sessilis brevibracteata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha sessilis exserta Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Mercurialis cucullata Dinter ex Pax [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus segetalis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acalypha gemina brevibracteata (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha gemina exserta (Müll.Arg.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha segetalis (also called 'Field Copperleaf', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It grows in dry, open habitats, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha segetalis is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha segetalis is a small, yellow flower with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha segetalis can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a sunny or partially shaded area with well-draining soil. It should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Acalypha segetalis

Acalypha segetalis is found in the Caribbean and Central America.

Acalypha segetalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha segetalis?

Acalypha segetalis

What is the common name of Acalypha segetalis?

Field Acalypha

Where is Acalypha segetalis found?

It is found in Central America, Mexico, and South America

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