Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
weddelliana
ID:
254405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 5: 232 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253737



Common Names

  • Acalypha weddelliana
  • Weddelliana Acalypha
  • Weddell Acalypha


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha weddelliana janeirensis Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Acalypha weddelliana major (Baill.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus weddellianus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acalypha brasiliensis psilophylla Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha estrellana Baill. [unknown]
  • Acalypha major Baill. [unknown]
  • Acalypha weddelliana genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha weddelliana (also called Copperleaf, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has long, narrow, copper-colored leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It prefers warm, humid climates and is often found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha weddelliana is an attractive ornamental plant, valued for its bright, colorful flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with low foot traffic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha weddelliana has small, red flowers with yellowish-green tips. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha weddelliana is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and regular watering, but is drought-tolerant once established. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.

Where to Find Acalypha weddelliana

Acalypha weddelliana can be found in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Acalypha weddelliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha weddelliana?

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What is the common name of Acalypha weddelliana?

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What is the natural habitat of Acalypha weddelliana?

Acalypha weddelliana is native to South America

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-1373: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.