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slender threeseed mercury
Scientific Name: Acalypha gracilens
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Slender Threeseed Mercury (Acalypha gracilens)
Slender Threeseed Mercury, scientifically known as Acalypha gracilens, is an annual forb/herb belonging to the Spurge Family (Euphorbiaceae).
Considerations for Pets
- As a member of the Euphorbiaceae (Spurge) family, it's worth noting that many plants in this family produce a milky sap that may cause irritation.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Acalypha gracilens A. Gray
- Family: Euphorbiaceae (Spurge Family)
- Genus: Acalypha
- Synonyms:
- Acalypha gracilens var. delzii L. Mill.
- Acalypha gracilens var. fraseri
- Acalypha monococca (Engelm. ex A. Gray) Lill. W. Mill. & Gandhi
Common Names
- Slender Threeseed Mercury
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to North America [L48 (N)]
- Observed in locations such as Memorial Park, Houston, Harris County, Texas; Prince Georges County, Maryland; and Illinois.
Morphological Characteristics
- Growth Habit: Forb/herb
- Duration: Annual
- Flower Color: Green, yellow, white
Further Information
- Discover Life: Discover Life
- Dave's Garden: Dave's Garden
- PlantSystematics.org: PlantSystematics.org
- USDA Plants Database