10 Seeds Achyranthes aspera Devil's Horsewhip Herb

This offering includes 10 seeds of Achyranthes aspera, commonly known as Devil's Horsewhip or Prickly Chaff Flower. This sturdy, upright herb features slender stems with soft, elongated leaves and produces small, greenish flowers that develop into distinctive, clinging seed clusters. It is valued as an ornamental curiosity and for its traditional use in naturalistic garden settings, where it adds texture and height to borders or wildflower areas.
Grown as an annual in cooler regions and a short-lived perennial in warmer climates, this easy-to-start plant thrives with minimal care. Use it as a striking backdrop in cottage gardens, dried flower arrangements, or as a conversation piece in mixed plantings. Its vigorous growth habit makes it a practical choice for gardeners seeking a hardy, low-maintenance addition to their landscape.
Species: Achyranthes aspera
Variety: Devil's Horsewhip
Type: Herb
Plant_Habit: Upright
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, average fertility
Days_to_Harvest: 90-120 days
Zones: 8-11 (perennial), annual elsewhere
Germination: 14-28 days at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Sowing: Surface sow, press into soil, keep moist
Spacing: 30-45 cm (12-18 inches) apart
Notes: Self-seeds readily; handle mature seed heads with care