Plant profile
Acalypha depressinervia
Acalypha depressinervia (Kuntze) K.Schum.
It can grow indoors in a bright spot or outdoors in warm, frost-free climates, with green leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers. Provide plenty of light, well-drained soil and moderate watering; don’t let the soil dry out completely.
Open-data facts
- Life form
- Long-lasting perennial plant.
- Climate
- Subtropical climate: ideal with protection against intense cold.
- Origin / area
- The typical geographical origin is: S. Africa.
Basic care
- Watering
- Don’t waterlog, but don’t leave it bone-dry for days either.
- Light
- Needs high light to stay compact and healthy.
- Temperature
- If temperatures plunge, move it somewhere more sheltered.
- Humidity
- Gentle misting can help (without soaking the crown).
Pet toxicity
A nibble can irritate; prevention beats an emergency.
Cats: yes (toxic). Dogs: yes (toxic).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q14833822) — taxonomic data CC0
- GBIF (3056252) — taxonomy and vernacular names
- POWO / WCVP (337329-1) — taxonomy and distribution (WCVP/Kew, CC BY)
- WFO (wfo-0000919538) — world taxonomic checklist (CC0)
- Care texts are Botanico templates chosen by each plant’s care level (guidance only).