Acalypha velutina
Also known as: Acalypha parvula f. velutina (Hook.f.) Müll.Arg. +1 more
- Acalypha parvula f. velutina (Hook.f.) Müll.Arg.
- Acalypha velutina var. minor Hook.f.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Euphorbiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Acalypha velutina is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family. Indigenous to South America, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions. The genus Acalypha is notably large, comprising more than 400 species.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Galápagos