Acalypha Virginica 🎁

The tiny, petal-less flowers are hidden under "fringed" or leafy bracts located where the leaves meet the stem.

In the world of gardening, Virginia Copperleaf sits in that grey area between "wildflower" and "weed". Rhomboid Mercury (Acalypha rhomboidea) - bplant.org acalypha virginica

Discovering Virginia Copperleaf: The Hidden Native in Your Garden The tiny, petal-less flowers are hidden under "fringed"

Virginia Copperleaf is a summer annual that can grow up to three feet tall. It is part of the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae), though it’s a bit of a rebel—unlike many of its relatives, it lacks the typical milky, irritating sap. Key features to look for include: it lacks the typical milky