Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 639 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513864
Common Names
- Mollis Acanthus
- Mollis Bear's Breeches
- Soft Acanthus
Synonyms
- Acanthus lusitanicus auct. [deprecated]
Description
Acanthus mollis (also called Soft Bear's-breech, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in moist and shady places, in forests, along streams and in ravines.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthus mollis 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Acanthus mollis sub. mollis
Acanthus mollis sub. platyphyllus Murb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Acanthus mollis 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 mollis 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 mollis
Acanthus mollis can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain, France, and Italy.
Acanthus mollis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acanthus mollis?
Acanthus mollis
Where does Acanthus mollis grow?
Acanthus mollis is native to the Mediterranean region.
What type of soil does Acanthus mollis prefer?
Acanthus mollis 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,