Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
244871

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 863 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000244203



Common Names

  • Acalypha tenuifolia
  • Tenuifolia Acalypha
  • Acalypha


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Synonyms

  • Ricinocarpus tenuifolius Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Acalypha tenuifolia (also called 'Slender-Leaved Acalypha', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha tenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acalypha tenuifolia are small and greenish-white. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha tenuifolia is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is a medium-growing tree and may take several years to reach its full size. It is best to water the tree regularly and fertilize it every few months.

Where to Find Acalypha tenuifolia

Acalypha tenuifolia is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Acalypha tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha tenuifolia?

Acalypha tenuifolia

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha tenuifolia?

It is native to the Philippines

What is the flower color of Acalypha tenuifolia?

The flowers are yellow

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