Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
welwitschiana
ID:
254938

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 2: 334 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254270



Common Names

  • Acalypha welwitschiana
  • Welwitsch's Acalypha
  • Acalypha Welwitschiana


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Synonyms

  • Ricinocarpus angolensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus welwitschianus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acalypha angolensis Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha welwitschiana (also called Welwitsch's Copperleaf, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Africa. It has large, oval leaves and produces red flowers. It usually grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha welwitschiana is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha welwitschiana has small, red flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha welwitschiana is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be kept in temperatures between 10-25°C and should be watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Acalypha welwitschiana

Acalypha welwitschiana can be found in Angola, Namibia, and South Africa.

Acalypha welwitschiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha welwitschiana?

Acalypha welwitschiana

What type of plant is Acalypha welwitschiana?

Shrub

Where is Acalypha welwitschiana found?

Africa

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