Family: Acanthaceae Acanthus
| Type | Annual, perennial, shrub |
| USDA Hardiness range | n/a |
| Exposure | Partial shade or partial sun |
| Bloom color | Red |
| Bloom time | Early Summer to Late Fall |
| Water needs | Moist |
| Height | 24" to 36" / 60cm to 90cm |
| Spread | n/a |
| Persistence | Evergreen |
| Bloom attributes | Attracts butterflies |
| Leaf color | Green |
| Fruit color | n/a |
| Attributes and features | Attracts birds |