Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
siamensis
ID:
237215

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv. ex Gage

Source:
wcs

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Rec. Bot. Surv. India 9: 238 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236547



Common Names

  • Acalypha Siamensis
  • Siamensis Acalypha
  • Acalypha Siamensis Plant


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha siamensis denticulata Airy Shaw [unknown]
  • Acalypha sphenophylla Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Acalypha evrardii Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha siamensis (also called Siamese Acalypha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist forests, usually in areas with high humidity.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha siamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is tolerant of drought and poor soils. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha siamensis is small and white with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha siamensis is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Acalypha siamensis

Acalypha siamensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Acalypha siamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha siamensis?

Acalypha siamensis

What is the common name of Acalypha siamensis?

Siamese Acalypha

Where is Acalypha siamensis native to?

Southeast Asia

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-1208: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Andrew Thomas Gage (1871-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gage' in the authors string.