Acalypha hispida

Chenille Plant, Red Hot Cat's Tail, Fox Tail

Message of the Flower

Physical Continuity

The Mother’s Comment

Prolongs and prolongs itself and never comes to an end.

Colour

Bright red or pink pendulous flower spikes.

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Cultivars

Limited; primarily grown as species.

Flower Size

Flower spikes can be up to 18 inches long.

Flower Texture

Fuzzy, soft.

Number of Petals

The flowers are tiny and lack distinct petals, typical of Euphorbiaceae.

Floral Symmetry

Flowers are small and not notably symmetrical.

Fragrance of Flower

Generally not fragrant.

Leaf Texture

Slightly rough, hairy.

Leaf Arrangement

Alternate.

Leaf Color

Green, sometimes with a bronze tinge.

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

Shrub

Life Cycle

Perennial

Blooming Period

Can bloom year-round in ideal conditions.

Climate

Prefers tropical and subtropical climates.

Water Requirements

Moderate; requires well-drained soil.

Soil Type

Prefers well-drained, fertile soil.

Temperature Ranges

Warm temperatures; not frost-tolerant.

Sun or Shade

Prefers bright, indirect light or partial shade.

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

Susceptible to pests like mealybugs and spider mites; may experience root rot in poorly drained soil.

Pollinators

Attracts few pollinators due to the nature of its flowers.

Habitat

Native to the Pacific Islands and Southeast Asia.

Role in the Ecosystem

Primarily ornamental; limited ecological role.

Ornamental

Highly valued for its decorative, showy flowers.

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Mainly ornamental.

Endangered Status

Not listed as endangered.