prickly sowthistle
Sonchus asper
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A spiny-leaved annual or winter annual weed with yellow dandelion-like flowers and milky sap. Typically considered a troublesome invasive species in gardens and disturbed areas.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Mediterranean and western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A spiny-leaved annual or winter annual weed with yellow dandelion-like flowers and milky sap. Typically considered a troublesome invasive species in gardens and disturbed areas.
Climate Match for your location
See how well prickly sowthistle 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 and western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation