Spiny Bear's Breeches (Acanthus Spinosus) is a perennial herb in the Acanthaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Acanthus spinosus is a clump-forming perennial known for its strikingly elegant spikes of hooded white flowers with spiny, red-purple bracts and deeply lobed, glossy green foliage.

Spiny Bear's Breeches
Acanthus Spinosus
Acanthus spinosus is a clump-forming perennial known for its strikingly elegant spikes of hooded white flowers with spiny, red-purple bracts and deeply lobed, glossy green foliage.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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