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Chenille Plant

Acalypha hispida

Photo by CostaBoyJack
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Description:

The plant originated in Oceania,[2] but has become naturalized to multiple countries in North America, including the United States, Mexico, and Belize. It can grow to be five[1] to twelve feet (1.8-3.7 meters) tall, and have a spread of three to six feet (0.9-1.8 meters), with potted plants being the smallest in growth.

Habitat:

My Front Yard.

Species ID Suggestions

Chenille Plant

Acalypha hispida

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