Family: Acanthaceae Acanthus
| Type | Perennial |
| USDA Hardiness range | 8A - 10A |
| Exposure | Partial shade to full sun |
| Bloom color | Purple |
| Water needs | Moist to wet |
| Height | 36" to 4' / 90cm to 1.20m |
| Spread | 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm |
| Persistence | Evergreen, broadleaf |
| Bloom attributes | Attracts butterflies |
| Leaf color | n/a |
| Fruit color | n/a |