How to Grow and Care for Virginia threeseed mercury

Virginia threeseed mercury, also known as Virginia copperleaf

Virginia threeseed mercury (Acalypha virginica) is an herbaceous annual plant native to the eastern United States. Virginia threeseed mercury grows in woodlands and riverbank environments. This plant is considered an ecologically secure species, and is not endangered.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

Toxic to Humans

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Planting and Growing Virginia threeseed mercury

Lifespan	Annual
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	5-8
Toxicity	Toxic to Humans

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Virginia threeseed mercury is an annual herbaceous weed with distinctive features that support identification. It grows up to 3 feet (90 cm) in height and possesses alternate, toothed leaves that may contain hints of red. The foliage, unlike many of its relatives in the spurge family, does not produce a milky sap when stems are broken. Small, greenish flowers emerge without petals, and the plant develops clusters of insignificant fruit. It possesses a sturdy taproot anchoring it to the ground.

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