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Image shows the interesting catkins of the Acalypha hispaniolae or Cat tails or Kitten's
tails or Fire tails or Strawberry Fire tails plant
This interesting variegated
seedling of
Acalypha hispaniolae caught my eyes
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Acalypha hispaniolae
(Cat tails, Kitten's tails, Fire tails, Strawberry Fire tails,
Acalypha reptans)
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Family: Euphorbiaceae (Spurge)
Origin: Haiti, Dominican Republic
Light: Part sun
Height: Less than 18"
Spread: About 2'
Blooms: Constant, small, short, furry, red drooping cat-tails
Foliage: Green, 1-1.5" long
Soil: Well-drained, keep moist
Water: Mist often
Propagation: Seeds, stem cuttings in mid-summer
Caution: Aphids, spider mites
Uses: Container, hanging basket
Comments: Acalypha hispaniolae or Cat tails or Kitten's tails or
Fire tails or Strawberry Fire tails or
Acalypha reptans
is an interesting disease-free
tropical perennial plant with a trailing habit. It is a constant
bloomer. The furry red cat tail-like blossoms are very ornate and
have a soft feel to them. Acalypha hispaniolae is easily
propagated from seeds or stem cuttings taken in mid-Summer. It
thrives well in a part sun environment. Cat tails is low
maintenance and is very easy to grow. Pinch Strawberry Fire tails
regularly to promote more blooms and lush growth. Cat tails
enjoyed being misted on hot days. Acalypha hispaniolae plant with
its fiery red catkin blooms makes a great conversational piece. It
attracts many curious passerby.
Acalypha reptans
can also be container cultivated to add color to the patio or deck.
Strawberry Fire tails look awesome as they cascade down the sides of a hanging basket.
Kitten's tails blooms continuously in
warmer regions while in colder regions, it has to be brought indoors.
I admire the beauty of Acalypha hispaniolae blossoms in Jenny's Garden.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8b-11 |
