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Acalypha wilkesiana, Copperleaf – Plant

Acalypha wilkesiana is an evergreen shrub. It comes in different colours, including copper, pink, green, cream, yellow and orange. It belongs to the Europhorbiaceae family. Copperleaf plant is one of the most beautiful plants that can be grown in a balcony garden.

General

The Acalypha wilkesiana has a heart or oval shape and can reach a height of 6 to 10 feet and a width of 4 to 8 feet, making it a very appealing plant.

Copperleaf plants mix with chenille plants beautifully. With their vibrant colours and characteristics, they can complement any interior style.

Acalypha wilkesiana is occasionally harvested for medical purposes. It can be used to treat fungus infections on the skin.

Sunlight

Place your Jacob's coat in Direct Bright Sunlight.

Your Acalypha wilkesiana plant grows best in full sun, although it can also thrive in half-sun or somewhat shaded locations.

The leaves, on the other hand, become more vibrantly coloured when exposed to direct sunshine.

If growing inside, with temperatures over 55 degrees F., it's best to place your Copperleaf plant near windows or areas with plenty of sunlight to ensure a healthy balance of colours in the leaf.

Watering

Water your Copperleaf plant when topsoil (1-2 inches) appears dry.

Check the wetness in the soil with your finger or a little stick before watering.

In the summer, water thoroughly; in the winter and rainy season, waterless.

Soil

Healthy, fast-draining soil with a pH of approximately 9.1 is ideal for growing the Acalypha wilkesiana.

Fertilizer

Feed the Acalypha wilkesiana plant with organic fertiliser during the primary growing season.

Toxicity

The Copperleaf Plant is not harmful to pets but it may create skin irritation. It could be harmful if consumed in high amounts.

Additional Care

In a container, copperleaf plants thrive. They should be planted in a container that is twice the size of the rootball.

Winds should be strictly avoided.

Copperleaf plants are best propagated by clipping the tips of the stems.

Troubleshooting

Are your Acalypha wilkesiana plant's leaves turning pale and sticky? Your plant is being attacked by Mites and Mealybugs. Protect your plant from such pests.

Is the colour of your plant's leaves changing? It's possible that your Copper Plant isn't getting enough light. Put it somewhere where it will get enough light.