Spiny Spider Flower (Cleome Aculeata) is a annual herb in the Cleomaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Cleome aculeata is an erect or diffuse herbaceous annual plant with glandular hairs, native to tropical and subtropical America.

Spiny Spider Flower

Spiny Spider Flower

Cleome Aculeata

Cleome aculeata is an erect or diffuse herbaceous annual plant with glandular hairs, native to tropical and subtropical America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spiny Spider Flower

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

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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Taxonomy

Family:Cleomaceae
Genus:Cleome