Flame Acanthus
Anisacanthus quadrifidus var wrightii
 
Family- Acanthus
Light Requirements- Sun, Part Shade
Wildlife Benefit- Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Larval Host Plant- Janais Patch, Texas Crescentspot
Bloom Time- June-October
Leaf Retention- Deciduous
Life Span- Perennial 
Height- 3’-5’
Width- 3’-4’
Native Habitat- Rocky banks, Floodplains of Streams, Shrublands, Grasslands
Additional Information- The flame acanthrus bright tubular blooms attract hummingbirds. It is also a wonderful option for a butterfly garden. Blooms best in full sun, but can tolerate part shade. Also very drought tolerant, and rain can trigger blooming.