Acanthus mollis is a leafy, clump-forming perennial herb with tuberous roots. It has a basal rosette of dark glossy green, lobed or divided, glabrous leaves 50 cm (20 in) long and 30 cm (12 in) wide on a petiole 20–30 cm (7.9–11.8 in) long.

Stately and vigorous, Acanthus mollis (Bear's Breech) is a semi-evergreen clump-forming perennial boasting strikingly elegant spikes of hooded, creamy-white flowers adorned with dusky purple bracts. Blooming from early to mid-summer, they rise well above a superb foliage mound of large, shiny, deeply-cut, dark green leaves.

Jul 10, 2024 · Bear's breeches (Acanthus mollis) are unique, imposing eye-catching plants in the garden. Here's what to know about caring for bear's breeches.

Bear's breeches is a clumping herbaceous perennial in the Acanthaceae family native to Europe and Africa with large attractive leaves and showy flower spikes. The name Acanthus comes from the Greek word "akantha" which means spine in reference to the

Acanthus, or bear's breeches, are bold plants, with evergreen architectural foliage and tall flower spikes in summer. Acanthus mollis has enormous, glossy, deeply lobed leaves and tall flower spikes that are clothed in white flowers, each with a hood-like purple bract, in midsummer.

Acanthus mollis. bear's breech. A vigorous plant with large, glossy dark green leaves, pinnately lobed and, in late summer, tall racemes of white flowers with dusky purple bracts

Acanthus mollis, commonly known as bear’s breeches, is a clump-forming perennial that is grown as much for its attractive foliage as for its architecturally bold flower spikes. It is native to the Mediterranean region.

Jul 6, 2024 · Find tips for growing acanthus, a perennial with spiny foliage and tall flower spikes, adding bold texture to gardens.

Acanthus mollis is a versatile and low maintenance plant. It thrives in a variety of conditions, from full sun to partial shade, and is tolerant of different soil types, although it prefers well-drained, fertile soil.

Acanthus mollis is the scientific name of the plant better known as acanthus, giant ear or Carderona grass. It belongs to the Acanthaceae family and is a bushy, perennial species. It has its origin in cool regions of the Mediterranean basin, especially in Spain and Portugal.