Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
wilmsii
ID:
256519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax ex Prain & Hutch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1913: 24 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255851



Common Names

  • Copperleaf
  • Beefsteak Plant
  • Jacob's Coat


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Description

Acalypha wilmsii (also called 'Wilm's Acalypha', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has long, thin, dark green leaves and produces yellow flowers with red spots. It grows in humid, shady environments, often on tree branches or in mossy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha wilmsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a pleasant fragrance and can be grown in a variety of climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Acalypha wilmsii has red flowers with yellow centers and a long spur. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha wilmsii is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. Propagation is done by seed or by cuttings taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Acalypha wilmsii

Acalypha wilmsii can be found in Mexico.

Acalypha wilmsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha wilmsii?

Acalypha wilmsii

What is the common name of Acalypha wilmsii?

Wilmsii

Where is Acalypha wilmsii native to?

Tropical 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-1393: Based on the initial data import
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand Albin Pax (1858-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pax' in the authors string.