Acanthus plant

Acanthus is a genus of about 30 species of flowering plants in the family Acanthaceae, native to tropical and warm temperate regions. Other names : Acanthus and Bear's breeches. The generic name derives from the Greek term for the Acanthus mollis, ἄκανθος, akanthos, a plant that was commonly imitated in Corinthian capitals.- Acuarela by Ruth de Monchaux

Posts about Acanthus ‘Summer Beauty’ written by Marian St.Clair

Acanthus mollis L.

Bear's Breeches is a flowering perennial prized more for its leaves than for its blossoms. It's a good addition to a shade or partial shade border garden. Learn more about how to grow a Bear's Breeches plant in this article.

Plant images and details for Acanthus mollis 'Oak Leaf' - Oak Leaf Acanthus.

The acanthus mollis latifolius variety of Bear’s Breech have white or rose hued flowers. The flowers of the plant are attached at the base and grow along spikes. The flowers grow in a delicate tubular shape.

Acanthus, also known as Bear's Breech or Bear's Breeches, are deer resistant perennials that produce beautiful 2-6' tall spikes lined with white, pink, or purple flowers.

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The unique blooms up close of an acanthus flower that only blooms once a year. #acanthus