Copperleaf
Acalypha wilkesiana
A vibrant tropical shrub with spectacular coppery-red foliage for bold garden accents.
- Plant Type
- Shrubs & Roses
- Width
- 3-6 Ft.
- Height
- 2-4 Ft.
- USDA hardiness zone
- 9 - 11
- Sun requirements
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Design image count
- 1
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Acalypha wilkesiana, commonly known as copperleaf, is a fast-growing tropical evergreen shrub characterized by its upright, bushy growth habit and striking foliage. The heart-shaped leaves feature serrated margins and a vibrant kaleidoscope of colors including copper, red, and pink. Reaching heights of up to ten feet, it is frequently used for ornamental hedges or as a specimen plant in warm landscapes. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moist, well-drained soil with high humidity.