Italian thistle
Carduus pycnocephalus
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Italian thistle is a spiny, upright biennial or short-lived perennial with purple-pink flower heads typical of the thistle family. It thrives in dry, disturbed sites and is considered invasive in many regions outside its native range.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Italian thistle is a spiny, upright biennial or short-lived perennial with purple-pink flower heads typical of the thistle family. It thrives in dry, disturbed sites and is considered invasive in many regions outside its native range.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Italian thistle grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation