Nara Plant
Acanthosicyoshorridus

Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Herbs
Perennials
Shrubs

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage

Foliage Color

Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Where to Grow

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

Bloom Color
White/Near White
Cream/Tan

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Blooms all year

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
From woody stem cuttings
From hardwood cuttings
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked

Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored