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Pracht-Akanthus

Acanthus mollis

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About

The Bear's-breech (Acanthus mollis) is a species in the genus Acanthus. Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm.

Widely distributed across Africa (Morocco, South Africa), Asia (Cyprus, India, Turkey), Europe (12 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Colombia).

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish acanto
French Acanthe molle
German Pracht-Akanthus
Portuguese acanto

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pracht-Akanthus?
The scientific name of Pracht-Akanthus is Acanthus mollis. It belongs to the genus Acanthus.
Where does Pracht-Akanthus live?
Pracht-Akanthus is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Morocco, South Africa), Asia (Cyprus, India, Turkey), Europe (12 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Colombia, Cyprus, Denmark, France, Greece, India, Ireland.
What family does Pracht-Akanthus belong to?
Pracht-Akanthus (Acanthus mollis) belongs to the genus Acanthus, which is part of the taxonomic family Acanthaceae.
What kingdom does Pracht-Akanthus belong to?
Pracht-Akanthus (Acanthus mollis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).
What are the closest relatives of Pracht-Akanthus?
The closest relatives of Pracht-Akanthus in the genus Acanthus include Gebirgs-Akanthus, stachliger Akanthus, Acanthus, Holy Mangrove.

Native Range — 21 Countries

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