Overview

Acanthus mollis 'Rue Ledan' is a perennial herb in the genus Acanthus, part of the Acanthaceae family. It typically grows around 1.2 m tall. Acanthus mollis 'Rue Ledan' grows best in full sun, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils. It is native to Mediterranean region.

About

Acanthus mollis, commonly known as bear's breeches, sea dock, bear's foot plant, sea holly, gator plant or oyster plant, is a species of plant in the family Acanthaceae and is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a leafy, clump-forming perennial herb, with a rosette of relatively large, lobed or toothed leaves, and purplish and white flowers on an erect spike.

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About the genus

Acanthus is a genus of about 30 species of flowering plants in the family Acanthaceae, native to tropical and warm temperate regions, with the highest species diversity in the Mediterranean Basin and Asia. This flowering plant is nectar-producing and depends on butterflies, such as Anartia fatima, and other nectar-feeding organisms to distribute its pollen. Common names include acanthus and bear's breeches.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Acanthus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Sandy, Loamy

Soil moisture

Well-drained, Moist but well-drained

Plant details

Acanthus mollis 'Rue Ledan' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Perennial herb

Height

1.2 m

Native to

Mediterranean region

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