Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
hungaricus
ID:
514511

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Borbás) Baen.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Exsicc. (Herb. Europ.) 1896: n.º 9138 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513843

Common Names

  • Hungarian Bear's Breeches
  • Hungarian Acanthus
  • Hungarian Thistle

Searching for Acanthus hungaricus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Acanthus hungaricus (also called Hungarian Bear's Breech, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 1.5 m and has large, spiny, lobed leaves. The flowers are white or pinkish and appear in summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthus hungaricus is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and its flowers attract bees and butterflies. It can also be used as a groundcover or as a low hedge.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Acanthus hungaricus is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and light green in color.

Searching for Acanthus hungaricus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthus hungaricus is a fast-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach heights of up to 1.2m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or autumn. Seeds can also be sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Acanthus hungaricus

Acanthus hungaricus can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, France, and Italy.

Acanthus hungaricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthus hungaricus?

Acanthus hungaricus

What is the common name of Acanthus hungaricus?

Hungarian Bear's Breech

What is the native range of Acanthus hungaricus?

Eastern Mediterranean

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

Vinczé von Borbás (1844-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borbás' in the authors string.
Carl Gabriel Baenitz (1837-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baen.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.