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Acanthus is a genus of a couple of dozen of perennial herbs. The name acanthus means 'thorn' in Greek.

Bear's Breech (Acanthus mollis)

Species and varieties
Acanthus ebracteatus Holly-Leaved Mangrove, Sea Holly, Jeruju
Acanthus mollis Bear's Breech
Acanthus spinosus Spiny Bear's Breech

 

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