Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf)

Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) green narrow leaves plant in a dense textured shrub formation
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) dense shrub with long thin hanging green leaves and wavy edges

Botanical name: Acalypha godseffiana

Common names: Copper Leaf, Beefsteak Plant, Fire dragon, Jacobs coat, Match-me-if-you-can, Three-seeded Mercury

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Origin: Fiji

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9b-11

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage

Acalypha godseffiana, also known as Copperleaf or Joseph's Coat, is a tropical shrub that is native to the East Indies and the Pacific. It is prized for its colorful and striking foliage, which ranges in shade from red and yellow to orange, bronze, copper, green, and white in full sunlight, and is mostly variegated green in the shade. The more sun it receives, the brighter the foliage will appear.

Acalypha godseffiana is a fast-growing plant that is often used as an informal hedge or massed bedding plant by tropical gardeners. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and should be carefully pruned to prevent it from becoming leggy. When established, it is drought-tolerant and can thrive in USDA zones 9-11 in its natural habitat.

There are a number of cultivars of Acalypha godseffiana available, which come in a variety of colors such as green and white, green and yellow, red, bronze, copper, or brown. The leaves also vary in form, with some being flat and others undulating. The flowers of this plant are inconspicuous.

Acalypha godseffiana is a popular choice for tropical gardens due to its attractive foliage and easy care requirements. Just be sure to provide it with full sun and well-drained soil, and remember to prune it regularly to maintain its shape and size.

Similar plants: Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf)


Image gallery: 15 images
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) bronze pink leaves close up with jagged edges
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) bronze pink foliage with serrated edges and fine texture
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) bronze green leaves with pink edges on a dense plant
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) bronze green foliage with distinct pink edges on individual leaves
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) plant with narrow pink and green leaves close up
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) foliage with narrow pointed leaves of pink and green color.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) bronze and green narrow leaves plant in a close up.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) with cascading narrow bronze leaves with thin green serrated edges.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) red plant leaves with jagged edges and narrow pointed shapes.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) red foliage with narrow shapes next to large green palm fronds.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) burgundy red foliage plant with dense texture and jagged leaf edges
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) dense shrub with dark burgundy foliage and many pointed narrow leaves
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) bush with dark red and maroon foliage, dense plant growth.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) dense shrub packed with narrow, pointed, dark red and maroon leaves.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) plant with narrow green leaves, pink edges, close up view.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) with narrow green foliage, thin pink margins, and twisted leaf texture.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) plant with dark red and yellow variegated pointed leaves dense shrub
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) foliage with narrow pointed leaves in shades of red and yellow
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) red plant with serrated leaves, bushy dense tropical shrub growth.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) dense shrub with deep red foliage and pointed oval leaf tips.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) red and purple leaves in a close up plant photo
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) with intense red edges on narrow dark purple pointed leaves.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) bronze copper plant with long narrow serrated leaves in garden
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) shrub with cascading narrow bronze copper leaves during the day
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) red and green narrow leaves plant against a black background
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) with long narrow red and green leaves reaching upward.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) bronze and green leaves filling the frame in dense plant
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) dense foliage with distinct bronze edges and dark green center sections
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) red and green leaves plant close up for garden aesthetics.
Acalypha godseffiana (Copper Leaf) with vibrant red and green foliage and slender textured flower spikes.


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