Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
wui
ID:
256630

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Kiu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 3: 17 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000255962



Common Names

  • Wui Copperleaf
  • Wui Beefsteak Plant
  • Wui Jacob's Coat


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Description

Acalypha wui (also called Wui's Acalypha, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Central and South America. It is a small shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in humid forests and is usually found in the understory of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Acalypha wui is a popular ornamental plant used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Acalypha wui is red in color and has a yellow center. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acalypha wui is a species of plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil. It should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. The temperature should be kept between 60-80°F (15-27°C).

Where to Find Acalypha wui

Acalypha wui can be found in Mexico.

Acalypha wui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acalypha wui?

Acalypha wui

What are the common names of Acalypha wui?

Chinese copperleaf, Fire dragon

What are the uses of Acalypha wui?

Acalypha wui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant

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-1394: Based on the initial data import
Hua Shing Kiu (b.1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Kiu' in the authors string.