Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
wilderi
ID:
255468

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 86: 64 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254800



Common Names

  • Acalypha wilderi
  • Wilder's Acalypha
  • Wilderi's Acalypha


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Description

Acalypha wilderi (also called Copperleaf, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that is native to tropical Africa, India, and Southeast Asia. It typically grows in moist, grassy areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha wilderi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha wilderi has small white flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha wilderi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can tolerate some shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Acalypha wilderi

Acalypha wilderi is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Acalypha wilderi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha wilderi?

Acalypha wilderi

What is the family of Acalypha wilderi?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Acalypha wilderi?

Wilder's Acalypha

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-1383: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.