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Acalypha setosa (Acalypha setosa)

Acalypha setosa is a fast-growing annual or short-lived perennial herb known for its attractive, elongated, fuzzy flower spikes.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Can tolerate some shade, but flowering may be reduced.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.

Water more frequently during hot weather.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-25°C. Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.5-1.5 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Synonyms
Ricinocarpus setosus (A.Rich.) Kuntze
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyEuphorbiaceae
  • genusAcalypha
  • speciesAcalypha setosa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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