Acalypha wilkesiana

Also Known As

Copper Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4'-15'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

10a-12

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Acalypha wilkesiana plant details

Acalypha wilkesiana is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with bronze, burgundy, green, pink and variegated foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Acalypha wilkesiana

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze, burgundy, green, pink and variegated
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, foliage plant, serrated leaves, showy, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acalypha wilkesiana

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Acalpha wilkesiana, a tropical plant, likes sun, with beautiful leaves of copper, edged with a thin band of pink...producing tiny catlins or chenilles. Grown for its beautiful foliage.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Foliage is splashed, streaked, and spotted with colors ranging from deep burgundy to a reddish-pink. A great splash of color from spring to fall. In full sun the reds, burgundies, and coppers deepen, whereas in shade you see more pinks, greens, and coppers.The Copper Plant's beautifully colored foliage lends itself to tropical landscapes while it's heat and sun tolerance make it suitable for even some of the most difficult areas so long as it's basic requirements are met. Foliage color is often most intense where they get at least 6 hours of direct sun per day. Provide your Copper Plants with average water in an average to well draining moderately rich soil for best results.