Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sonderiana
ID:
238718

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 34: 9 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000238050



Common Names

  • Acalypha sonderiana
  • Sonder's Copperleaf
  • Acalypha


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha petiolaris Sond. [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus sonderianus Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Acalypha sonderiana (also called Sonder's Copperleaf, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, red flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha sonderiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha sonderiana has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha sonderiana is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Asia. It prefers well-draining soil and should be grown in a sunny location. It should be watered regularly and can be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Acalypha sonderiana

Acalypha sonderiana is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Italy, Spain, and Greece.

Acalypha sonderiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha sonderiana?

Acalypha sonderiana

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha sonderiana?

Acalypha sonderiana is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

What is the flowering season of Acalypha sonderiana?

Acalypha sonderiana typically blooms in the summer months.

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