Acanthus is a genus of about 30 species of flowering plants in the family Acanthaceae, native to tropical and warm temperate regions.
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Shrubby species with single or branched stems, glabrous or slightly pubescent. Leaves opposite, lobed or toothed, each lobe and apex terminated by a spine.
Acanthus mollis is native to rocky woodlands across southern Europe, from Portugal to Italy, Sicily, the former Yugoslavia, and northwestern Africa.
Jul 6, 2020 · The tree of heaven (Ailanthus altissima) is a rapidly growing deciduous tree native to China that has become a widespread invasive species across North America.
Jul 6, 2024 · Acanthus can be planted in the spring or fall. Dig a hole at least twice the size of the container the plant comes in (or the root ball) and at the same depth.
Spiny bear's breeches is a bold, 3 to 4 foot high perennial with large, shiny, thistle-like leaves. Spikes of white with mauve flowers tower above the foliage ...
Acanthaceae is a family (the acanthus family) of dicotyledonous flowering plants containing almost 250 genera and about 2500 species.
Jun 22, 2013 · The Acanthus are putting on a great show right now with bold dark green leaves and sturdy 3′ spires of hooded lavender flowers. They are loving the hot spot.
The native range of this species is NW. Africa, Sardegna to E. Medit. It is a perennial and grows primarily in the temperate biome.
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Acanthus mollis 'Oak Leaf' · Botanical Name: Acanthus mollis 'Oak Leaf' · Common Name: Bear's Breech · Exposure: Full Sun/Shade · Dimensions (HxW): 3-5′ x 3-4′.
