Chenille Kitten Tail Acalypha Seeds – Flower Plant
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Chenille Kitten Tail Acalypha Seeds
Chenille Kitten Tail Acalypha is a tropical ornamental plant admired for its soft, fuzzy catkin-like flower spikes and lush green foliage. It thrives in warm climates and is well suited for containers, patios, tropical gardens, borders, and greenhouse cultivation where bright light and fertile, well-drained soil encourage vigorous growth.
Key Features
Unique Fuzzy Blooms
Produces long, soft, chenille-like flower spikes that create a striking ornamental display.
Lush Green Foliage
Develops dense foliage that provides year-round tropical interest in suitable climates.
Excellent Container Plant
Performs well in decorative pots, hanging baskets, patios, and greenhouse collections.
Tropical Garden Favorite
Ideal for borders, mixed plantings, and warm-climate landscapes with bright growing conditions.
Product Highlights
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Acalypha hispida |
| Common Name | Chenille Plant, Kitten Tail Acalypha |
| Seed Type | Flower Seed |
| Growth Habit | Tropical Evergreen Perennial Shrub |
| USDA Zones | 10–11 |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Growing Season | Year-Round in Warm Climates |
| Sowing Season | Spring |
| Sowing Months | March–June |
| Germination Time | 14–30 Days |
| Germination Conditions | 75–80°F (24–27°C) with Even Moisture |
| Sunlight | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Soil | Rich, Well-Drained Soil |
| Watering | Keep Soil Evenly Moist Without Waterlogging |
| Mature Size | 4–8 ft Tall × 3–6 ft Wide |
| Plant Spacing | 3–5 ft Apart |
Growing Guide
Perfect For Tropical Gardens, Containers And Patio Displays
Chenille Kitten Tail Acalypha is an eye-catching tropical ornamental valued for its distinctive fuzzy flower spikes and lush foliage. It is an excellent choice for warm-climate landscapes, patio containers, conservatories, and greenhouse collections where bright light and consistent care support vigorous growth.