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Bastard Copperleaf
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Bastard Copperleaf

Acalypha chamaedrifolia
In the United States: Native · also called Everglades copperleaf, red cat's tail

Perennial herb with prostrate to ascending stems producing small reddish catkin-like inflorescences. Blooms year-round in suitable climates with main activity spring through fall. Visited by generalist pollinators in its native subtropical habitats.

Nectarlow
Pollenlow
Bloom (US) January–December
TypePerennial
Sunpartial

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