Family: Acanthaceae Acanthus
| Type | Perennial |
| USDA Hardiness range | 10A - 11 |
| Exposure | Partial shade or partial sun |
| Bloom color | Blue, purple |
| Bloom time | Mid Spring to Early Summer, Late Summer to Mid Fall |
| Water needs | Moist |
| Landscape uses | Container, specimen |
| Height | 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm |
| Spread | 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Persistence | Evergreen |
| Leaf color | Silvery |
| Fruit color | n/a |
| Soil pH requirements | Neutral |
| Soil type | Loamy |
| Form | Upright or erect |
| Attributes and features | Native to North America |