Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Spider Flower
MainColor	White
PlantType	Herb
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	August
ImageUrl	Tarenaya-002
Photographer	DP
Location	Corbridge
Human Toxicity	Non_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Spider Flower is an annual plant known for its tall stature and striking pink, purple, or white flowers with long stamens that resemble spider legs. It typically grows up to 1.5 metres tall and has palmate leaves. The flowers bloom from summer to autumn, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Distribution

Native to South America, particularly in Argentina, Paraguay, and Brazil, it is now cultivated in gardens worldwide for ornamental purposes.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Inedible - the plant is not known to be consumed by humans.

Human Toxicity

Non Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.

Pet Toxicity

Non Toxic - generally considered safe for pets, with no reported toxic effects.

Active Compounds

None known.