Acalypha sessilifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sessilifolia
ID:
236265
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1887
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 22: 450 (1887)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235596
Common Names
- Sessilifolia acalypha
- Sessilifolia copperleaf
- Sessilifolia three-seeded-mercury
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acalypha sessilifolia (also called sessile-leaved copperleaf, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is a shrub or small tree, growing to a height of 2–5 m. The leaves are alternate, simple, and entire, 5–15 cm long and 2–8 cm broad.
Uses & Benefits
Acalypha sessilifolia is used as a medicinal plant, as a food source, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Acalypha sessilifolia has small, yellow flowers with red centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have bright green leaves.
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Acalypha sessilifolia is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Acalypha sessilifolia
Acalypha sessilifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Acalypha sessilifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acalypha sessilifolia?
Acalypha sessilifolia
What type of plant is Acalypha sessilifolia?
Shrub
Where is Acalypha sessilifolia 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1199: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.