Acanthus montanus : an experimental evaluation of the antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and immunological properties of a traditional remedy for furuncles.(Research article)(Report) BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine (6/6/2008)
...Akah [1]; Nkemjika J Onuoha [1]; Theophine C Okoye [1]; Anthonia C Nwoye [1]; Chukwuemeka S Nworu [1] Background Acanthus montanus (Nees) T. Anderson (Acanthaceae), also known as "Bear's breeches", "Mountain thistle" or "Alligator...

Grand Acanthus leaf fountain. (Lighting, Waterfalls & Fountains). Pool & Spa News (8/8/2003)
...high statue of boy and frog tops fountain; water spouts from frog's mouth, splashes boy's face and drops into 48-inch Acanthus basin, which cascades into 9-inch-diameter frog-and-turtle-motif ground pool; fountain also is available in a smaller...

Indian medicinal plant Acanthus ilicifolius may combat liver cancer. Health & Medicine Week (1/28/2008)
...research team led by Prof. Malay Chatterjee from Jadavpur University investigated the primary chemopreventive mechanisms of Acanthus ilicifolius in an in vivo tumor-transplanted murine model. A. ilicifolius, popularly known as [degrees]Harkach Kanta...

Plant bears Greek architecture in mind Chicago Sun-Times (5/16/2003)
...to find out where that came from. Classified Acanthus mollis, with its sister Acanthus spinosus, these robust perennials are a celebrated...scrolling leaves were indeed inspired by our acanthus. There are various versions of the legend that...

Research Conducted at University College Has Updated Our Knowledge about Marine Biology. Life Science Weekly (1/31/2012)
...Ireland, "The trematode Parorchis acanthus is widely distributed and exhibits a...cercarial emergence and settlement of P. acanthus. Emergence of cercariae from the gastropod...suggest that the transmission of P. acanthus cercariae is regulated by a range of...

A walk through this showcase house feels like a trip Around the world.(Home & Garden) Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL) (10/7/2001)
...Showcase House, which opens today. The acanthus leaf - popular in decorating since the...flowers are prominent in many rooms. "Acanthus leaves have always been in style...is sage chenille with taupe and cream acanthus leaves. The walls are painted butterscotch...

GREAT IDEAS AT CSUN GARDENS.(L.A. Life) Daily News (Los Angeles, CA) (9/23/2000)
...display are several representatives of the Acanthus family. Most gardeners have probably made acquaintance with bear's breech (Acanthus mollis), that shade-loving plant...phyllostachya), yet another member of the Acanthus family, whose leaves are covered with...

Hybrid Bear's Breeches local grower.(Flavor/Gracious Living) The Virginian-Pilot (Norfolk, VA) (5/29/2011)
Botanical name Acanthus 'Summer Beauty' Family Acanthus (Acanthaceae) Category Herbaceous perennial Primary uses...feet tall (5 to 6 feet tall when in bloom) Culture This acanthus works best in part sun to part shade and tolerates extreme...

Researchers from University of Agriculture, Medical Department detail new studies and findings in the area of complementary and alternative medicine. Health & Medicine Week (8/23/2010)
...efficacy of the crude aqueous extract of Acanthus montanus (Nees) T. Anders (Acanthaceae...Medicine). "Crude aqueous leaf extract of Acanthus montanus was extracted using cold water...claim of the anthelminthic effect of Acanthus montanus." Adamu and colleagues published...