Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
virginica
ID:
252935

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 1003 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000252267



Common Names

  • Acalypha virginica
  • Virginica Acalypha
  • Acalypha


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha urticifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Acalypha virginea Dragend. [unknown]
  • Acalypha virginica purpurea Farw. [unknown]
  • Acalypha virginica virginica [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus urticifolius Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus virginicus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acalypha brevipes Raf. [unknown]
  • Acalypha caroliniana Walter [unknown]
  • Acalypha virginica angustifolia Torr. [unknown]
  • Acalypha crenulata Raf. [unknown]
  • Acalypha echinata Raf. [unknown]
  • Acalypha virginica intermedia Millsp. [unknown]
  • Acalypha virginica genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha virginica (also called Virginian Acalypha, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha virginica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Acalypha virginica are small and green, with three petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha virginica is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of light frosts. Propagation is by cuttings, which should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained, light soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until rooting occurs. Seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 10-15 cm.

Where to Find Acalypha virginica

Acalypha virginica is native to the eastern United States. It can be found in moist woods, thickets, and clearings.

Acalypha virginica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha virginica?

Acalypha virginica

What type of plant is Acalypha virginica?

Shrub

Where is Acalypha virginica native to?

Eastern United States

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-1359: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.