Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000013
11/12/99
Acalypha hispida--Chenille Plant
Type: House plant
Comments: Chenille Plant prefers full sun in winter, but
bright light with protection from direct sun in summer.
Water actively growing plants when the soil begins to dry.
In winter, allow the soil to dry slightly between watering.
Keep water off the flower spikes (Vis. 1) to prevent disease
problems. Do not allow temperatures to drop below 60
degrees. Supplemental humidity may be helpful.
Propagation: Propagation is by stem tip cuttings.
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