Acalypha virginica L.

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Plant Details

Scientific Name: Acalypha virginica L.
Family Name: Euphorbiaceae Juss. - Spurge family
Common Name: Virginia threeseed mercury
Symbol: ACVI
Group: Dicot
Rank: Species
Date Modified: Feb. 7, 2026, 3:40 a.m.

Duration

  • Annual

Growth Habits

  • Forb/herb

Synonyms

Wetland Ratings

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Species Range Map