Acalypha hispida (Cat Tail) - Video 1

Botanical name: Acalypha hispida

Common names: Cat Tail, Chenille Plant, Red Hot Cattail, Foxtail, Red Hot Poker

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Origin: East Indies

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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