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Discover 17 plants with thorns. In Green Ecologist we show you many species of plants that have thorns, we show you their photos and we talk about the characteristics and care of some of them.
Driven by the pressure to survive hungry grazing animals, plants with thorns have surpassed natural selection by modifying their morphology.
- Rose (Rosa spp.) You expected this! Of course, the thorny queen of gardens deserves the first place on our list (which is not a “chart” anyway)…But, as we said, roses does not have thorns, but prickles, and the proof is that you can snap them off very easily, without breaking the tissue underneath.
- Crown of Thorns (Euphorbia milii) Also called Christ plant, crown of thorns is a quirky shrubby succulent native to Madagascar, where the flora is otherworldly, and belonging to the huge genus Euphorbia.
- Common Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) And we cone to a classic thorny shrubby tree of temperate and woodland areas, so widespread along the edges of mountain pastures: common hawthorn… Cold hardy and very vigorous, it is native to north Africa, western Asia and Europe, and it has not been misnamed…
- ‘Mediopicta Alba’ Century Plant (Agave americana ‘Mediopicta Alba’) We finally meet a variety with threatening thorn looking spines; ‘Mediopicta Alba’ century plant!
Jan 3, 2024 · Thorny bushes can be planted to create seasonal interest and attractive landscape features. Flowering prickly hedge plants bloom in shades of red, purple, white, orange, pink, and yellow. Thorny shrubs also act as natural windbreaks, noise barriers, and habitats for beneficial animals and insects.
Apr 9, 2022 · The list of plants with thorns suitable for landscaping purposes is extensive and includes broadleaf evergreens, perennials, deciduous shrubs and trees. These species include many types non-native to North America but adapted to some of the U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones.
- John Lindell
Oct 23, 2023 · Different Types of Flowers with Thorns. 1. Roses (Genus Rosa) The Genus Rosa, or Rose, is well-known for its vivid hues, alluring scent, and cultural importance. Technically referred to as “prickles,” their protecting prickles inhibit animals from nesting.
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Mar 13, 2024 · Whether you're drawn to the vibrant blooms of roses and bougainvillea or the striking forms of cacti and agave, these plants that have thorns offer a fascinating addition to any garden, combining visual appeal with practical benefits like natural fencing.
