Anacyclus (Anacyclus clavatus): A Drought-Tolerant, Bee-Attracting Plant for Your Garden

Anacyclus (Anacyclus clavatus) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae, native to the Mediterranean region. It is also known as the "thistle-like anacyclus" or "hedgehog flower".

The plant grows to a height of 30-60 cm and has a branching habit, with dark green, spiny leaves that are covered in fine white hairs. The flowers are bright yellow and have a distinctive shape, with a long, tubular corolla and a prominent tuft of hairs at the base of each petal.

Anacyclus is often found growing in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant, making it a popular choice for xeriscaping and other low-water gardening applications. It is also a good choice for attracting bees and butterflies to the garden.