Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
wilkesiana
ID:
255573

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 817 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000254905



Common Names

  • Acalypha
  • Wilkesiana
  • Wilkesiana Hedge


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Synonyms

  • Acalypha torta hort. ex Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Acalypha tricolor Seem. [unknown]
  • Acalypha triumphans L.Linden & Rodigas [unknown]
  • Acalypha wilkesiana circinata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Acalypha wilkesiana illustris J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Acalypha wilkesiana macrophylla J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Acalypha wilkesiana marginata E.Morren [unknown]
  • Acalypha wilkesiana monstrosa J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Acalypha wilkesiana triumphans (L.Linden & Rodigas) J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Acalypha amentacea circinata (Müll.Arg.) Fosberg [unknown]
  • Acalypha amentacea wilkesiana (Müll.Arg.) Fosberg [unknown]
  • Ricinocarpus wilkesianus Kuntze [unknown]
  • Acalypha godseffiana heterophylla L.H.Bailey [unknown]
  • Acalypha wilkesiana appendiculata J.W.Moore [unknown]
  • Acalypha circinata A.Gray ex Seem. [unknown]
  • Acalypha compacta hort. ex C.T.White [unknown]
  • Acalypha godseffiana Masters [unknown]
  • Acalypha hamiltoniana hort. ex Bruant [unknown]
  • Acalypha illustris hort. ex Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
  • Acalypha macafeeana H.J.Veitch [unknown]
  • Acalypha macrophylla Veitch [unknown]
  • Acalypha marginata (Mill.) J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Acalypha musaica auct. [deprecated]
  • Acalypha tricolor Veitch ex Mast. [unknown]

Description

Acalypha wilkesiana (also called 'Wilkes' Copperleaf', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It grows in moist, shady areas and has small, white flowers with three petals. It is a member of the Euphorbiaceae family.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha wilkesiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acalypha wilkesiana has small, red flowers with three petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha wilkesiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Acalypha wilkesiana

Acalypha wilkesiana is native to tropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Acalypha wilkesiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha wilkesiana?

Acalypha wilkesiana

What are the common names of Acalypha wilkesiana?

Copperleaf, Firedragon, Jacob's Coat, Three-seeded Mercury

What is the natural habitat of Acalypha wilkesiana?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and 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