Acanthus albus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albus
ID:
1325386
Status:
valid
Authors:
Debnath, B.K.Singh & P.Giri
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest. 36: 411 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337840
Common Names
- Acanthus albus
- Acanthus
- Albus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acanthus albus (also called White Acanthus, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky soils and is often found in coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthus albus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Acanthus albus are white to yellowish-white in color and have a bell-shaped corolla. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acanthus albus is an evergreen perennial that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and germination usually takes about two weeks.
Where to Find Acanthus albus
Acanthus albus is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in rocky and sandy soils.
Acanthus albus FAQ
What is the common name of Acanthus albus?
White Bear's Breech
What is the optimal soil pH for Acanthus albus?
6.5-7.5
What is the optimal temperature for Acanthus albus?
60-75 degrees Fahrenheit
Species in the Acanthus genus
Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus, Acanthus leucostachyus, Acanthus longibracteatus, Acanthus mayaccanus, Acanthus mollis, Acanthus montanus, Acanthus polystachyus, Acanthus sennii, Acanthus seretii, Acanthus spinosus, Acanthus ueleensis, Acanthus villaeanus, Acanthus volubilis, Acanthus albus,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,
References
Himadri Sekhar Debnath (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Debnath' in the authors string.
B.K. Singh (b.1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.K.Singh' in the authors string.
P. Giri: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Giri' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135232-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.