Flame Acanthus

Flame Acanthus

Anisacanthus quadrifidus var wrightii

Family- Acanthus

Central Texas Ecoregions- Edward’s Plateau

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.

Biodegradable Pots

Whenever possible KNP uses biodegradable pots. They are a great alternative to plastic pots.  The biodegradable pots can be planted directly into the ground, this reduces transplant shock which makes for happy plants!

Biodegradable Pot Size Information

Small- 4” Wide Top, 2.5” Wide Base, 3.75” Tall (Similar to Standard 4” Pot)

Medium- 5.25” Wide Top, 3.25” Wide Base, 5” Tall

Large- 7" Wide Top, 4.5" Wide Base, 6.125" Tall (Similar to Gallon Size Pot)