Status:
valid
Authors:
Büttner
Source:
cmp
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Verh. Bot. Vereins Prov. Brandenburg 32: 37 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513863
Common Names
- Mayac Acanthus
- Mayac Bear's Breeches
- Mayac Thistle
Description
Acanthus mayaccanus (also called Mayan Bear's-breech, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America. It grows in moist and shady places, in forests, along streams and in ravines.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthus mayaccanus is a plant that is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for medicinal purposes, as it contains compounds that can help treat various ailments. It is also used as a source of food, as its leaves can be eaten raw or cooked.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acanthus mayaccanus is white and pink in colour, with a large, showy bract. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acanthus mayaccanus is a hardy perennial that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in spring and summer. Deadhead to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Acanthus mayaccanus
Acanthus mayaccanus can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, France, and Italy.
Acanthus mayaccanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acanthus mayaccanus?
Acanthus mayaccanus
Where does Acanthus mayaccanus grow?
Acanthus mayaccanus is native to the Mediterranean region.
What type of soil does Acanthus mayaccanus prefer?
Acanthus mayaccanus prefers well-drained, fertile soil.
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,