Acanthus mollis in flower in summer border

ACANTHUS

Acanthus plants were introduced to Britain by the Romans and have thrived in gardens ever since.

The two main varieties are A. mollis and A. spinosus and the name means ‘thorn’ after the specialised leaves called bracts.

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Acanthus mollis leaves after rain
ACANTHUS MOLLIS
Acanthus was brought to Britain by the Romans and thrived in monastery gardens.
The flowers of Acanthus are actually bracts
COMMON NAMES

Acanthus are known by many other Common Names

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