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Thistle - Wikipedia Thistle is the common name of a group of flowering plants characterized by leaves with sharp spikes on the margins, mostly in the family Asteraceae Prickles can also occur all over the plant – on the stem and on the flat parts of the leaves These prickles protect the plant from herbivores
Think twice before killing those thistles: Thistle Identification . . . Thistles are members of the sunflower family (Asteraceae) and can be annual, biennal, or perennial True thistles have spines along the leaf margins and their flower heads are generally pink-purple and surrounded by bracts that are typically spiny
Native Thistles: Much Better Than Invasives! Native thistles are late-season lifesavers Their oversized, nectar-rich blooms fuel bees, butterflies, and even hummingbirds, while their seeds and silky down feed and feather songbirds Most are biennials: the first year is all about roots, the second about a spectacular floral show—after which they self-seed Plant a few, and be ready with your camera for wildlife photo shoots
15 Amazing Thistle Plants and How to Tell Them Apart Thistles are flowering plants in the Asteraceae family with sharp, prickly leaves Some species (especially those in dryer areas) also have spines or prickles on their stems and flowers This is a unique adaptation that protects thistle plants from hungry, plant-eating animals
14 Most Beautiful Types of Thistle Plants (with Pictures) Thistles are striking plants, with leaves and flowers that have an architectural quality The thistle is also the national flower of Scotland, honored for its combination of beauty and strength
33 Amazing Thistle Plants And How To Tell Them Apart Explore the world of thistles with this engaging guide featuring 33 unique varieties Discover their distinct features and learn how to grow them in your own garden
Thistle | Purple, Edible, Invasive | Britannica thistle, weedy species of Cirsium, Carduus, Echinops, Sonchus, and other plant genera of the family Asteraceae The word thistle most often refers to prickly leaved species of Carduus and Cirsium, which have dense heads of small, usually pink or purple flowers
17 Types Of Thistles With Native, Naturalised And Even Edible Options Thistles are flowering plants characterised by their sharp prickles – some are common weeds but many can be great additions to UK gardens Sometimes, the word ‘thistle’ is used to refer only to specific genera – Cirsium, Carduus and Onopordum
15 Facts About Thistle - OhMyFacts Well, thistles are a group of flowering plants that have sharp prickles all over their parts, especially around the flower and leaf area These prickles are nature's way of protecting the plant from hungry animals