Acanthus mollis Bear's breeches (Acanthaceae)

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Acanthus mollis
Bear's breeches
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The Acanthus mollis plant species is found in Europe - Italy. Naturalized in Britain in W. Cornwall[17]. It is a member of the Acanthaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bear's breeches. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. latifolius.

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Latin Name:  Acanthus mollis
Common Name:  Bear's breeches
Family:  Acanthaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Woodland scrub and stony hillsides[45].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow spring in a cold frame[133, 200] or outside as soon as the seed is ripe[133]. It usually germinates in 3 - 4 weeks at 10°c[133]. When theyu are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on for two years before planting out in late spring or erly summer[200, K]. Division in spring or autumn[111, 200]. Very easy, they can be planted straight out into their permanent positions. Root cuttings - winter in a coldframe[111, 200].

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