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Bear's breeches

Acanthus mollis

Bear's breeches

About

Acanthus mollis, commonly known as bear's breeches, sea dock, bearsfoot or oyster plant, is a herbaceous perennial plant with an underground rhizome in the genus Acanthus. It is regarded as an invasive species in some jurisdictions.

How to use it

Bear's breeches can be used ornamentally in gardens due to its large, attractive leaves and striking flower spikes. It is also noted for its ability to thrive in various soil types, making it a versatile choice for landscape design.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org

Gardening tip

When planting bear's breeches, make sure to give it enough space, as it can become invasive and spread quickly.

Sources: en.wikipedia.org

Ecology

How it lives

Propagated by
Seed
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Name
Acanthus mollis
Slug
acanthus-mollis
Kingdom
Plantae
Family
Acanthaceae
Genus
Acanthus
Species
mollis
Wikidata QID
Q136648
Propagule type
seed
Container suitable
No
Indoor suitable
No
OSSI pledged
No
Hazard level
1
Data completeness
43

Generated sections & citations

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