Status:
valid
Authors:
Urb.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 9: 211 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311045
Common Names
- Acidocroton trichophyllus
- Trichophyllus Acidocroton
- Acidocroton
Description
Acidocroton trichophyllus (also called Hairy Acidocroton, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows up to 1.5 meters in height and has small, white flowers. It is found in evergreen forests, woodlands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Acidocroton trichophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak. It has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Acidocroton trichophyllus sub. pilosulus (Urb.) Borhidi
Acidocroton trichophyllus sub. trichophyllus
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acidocroton trichophyllus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acidocroton trichophyllus is a small tree that grows up to 8m in height. It is native to tropical Africa and prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until they have germinated. Once germinated, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Acidocroton trichophyllus
Acidocroton trichophyllus is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It can be found in dry forests and scrublands.
Acidocroton trichophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acidocroton trichophyllus?
Acidocroton trichophyllus
What is the common name of Acidocroton trichophyllus?
Hairy Acidocroton
What is the natural habitat of Acidocroton trichophyllus?
Dry forests and scrublands
Species in the Acidocroton genus
Acidocroton acunae,
Acidocroton adelioides,
Acidocroton ekmanii,
Acidocroton gentryi,
Acidocroton horridus,
Acidocroton litoralis,
Acidocroton lobulatus,
Acidocroton montanus,
Acidocroton oligostemon,
Acidocroton trichophyllus,
Acidocroton verrucosus,
Acidocroton madrigalensis,
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,