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Acanthospermumhispidum

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Family

Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)

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Genus

Acanthospermum (a-kanth-oh-SPER-mum)

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Species

hispidum (HISS-pih-dum)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Foliage

Evergreen

Herbaceous

Height

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Spacing

6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)

USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Bright Yellow

Bloom Time

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marthamartha

Lexington, IN | April 2021 | positive

I need to purchase a large amount of the Acanthospermum hispidum seeds. Does anyone have a source? I have purchased from B&T but they can...Read More

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Acanthospermum Species, Bristly Starbur, Carapichno, Goat’s Head, Hispid Starburr

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