Status: Native
Synonyms:
None
Acalypha neomexicana is an upright annual with terminal and axillary spikes of flowers. The leaves
are ovate and shallowly toothed. Acalypha neomexicana is inconspicous and easily missed in the shade of
Juniperus deppeana or Pinus edulis at middle elevations. It can also sometimes be found on benches along streambeds.
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Acalypha neomexicana, photo Russ Kleinman, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, Aug. 28, 2007
Acalypha neomexicana, growth habit, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Saddlerock Cyn., October 16, 2009
Acalypha neomexicana, closeup of herbage, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Saddlerock Cyn., October 16, 2009
Acalypha neomexicana, macro of capsules and folieaceous bracts, photo Russ Kleinman, Burro Mtns., Saddlerock Cyn., October 16, 2009
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