Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
stachyura
ID:
240512

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 7: 110 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000239844



Common Names

  • Stachyura Acalypha
  • Stachyura Acalypha
  • Stachyura Acalypha


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha ulei Radcl.-Sm. & Govaerts [unknown]
  • Acalypha macrophylla Ule [unknown]

Description

Acalypha stachyura (also called Stachys Acalypha, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small, grey-green leaves and white flowers. It grows in a variety of habitats, including sandy soils, rocky outcrops, and heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha stachyura is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used to make tea and its flowers can be used in potpourri.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha stachyura is a yellow-green color, with three petals. The seed is a small, hard, black capsule. The seedling is a small, thin stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha stachyura is a small shrub that grows to about 1.5 metres in height. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Acalypha stachyura

Acalypha stachyura can be found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, and Queensland.

Acalypha stachyura FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha stachyura?

Acalypha stachyura

What is the common name of Acalypha stachyura?

Stachys Acalypha

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha stachyura?

It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist forest and savanna habitats.

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