Acanthus spinosus is a perennial featuring deeply lobed, spiny, dark green foliage. It produces tall spikes of white to pale pink flowers, blooming late spring to summer.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Moderate, drought-tolerant once established.
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, prefers alkaline to neutral
Temperature
Hardy in zones 5-9, prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low, once in spring or compost.
Full sun to partial shade.
Moderate, drought-tolerant once established.
Well-drained, fertile, prefers alkaline to neutral
Hardy in zones 5-9, prefers moderate temperatures.
Outdoor
Low, once in spring or compost.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.5 m
Spread
0.6-1 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Dormancy
Winter dormancy (deciduous in colder climates)
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Deeply lobed, spiny
Flower Size
3-5 cm (individual flower), spikes 30-60 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
40000
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
The sharp spines on leaves and bracts can cause minor skin irritation upon contact.
