Copper leaf. An unusual houseplant with long tassels of tiny flowers. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 1.2m. Flowers August to October. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 65°F / 17°C. Skin and eye irritant/harmful if eaten.
Acalypha wilkesiana
An unusual houseplant with long tassels of tiny flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Acalypha |
|---|---|
| Species | wilkesiana |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Copper leaf |
| Flower Colour | green, copper |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Spread | 1.2m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | copper |
| Flowers From | August, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 65°F / 17°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Mist regularly, Dead head after flowering, Keep permanently moist |
| Border | Conservatory plant, Houseplant |
| Toxicity | Skin and eye irritant/harmful if eaten |
| Pruning | Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
| Pruning Time | After flowering |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Scale |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Top dress in spring |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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