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Engelmann's thistle

Scientific Name: Cirsium engelmannii

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Biennial, Perennial

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Engelmann's Thistle (Cirsium engelmannii)

Cirsium engelmannii, commonly known as Engelmann's Thistle, is a forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass) belonging to the genus Cirsium. It is one of many genera bearing the common name "thistle."

Considerations for Pets and Children

  • Thistles, in general, are known for having spines.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cirsium engelmannii Rydb.
  • Common Names: Engelmann's Thistle, Engelmann's thistle
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Family: Asteraceae

Distribution and Habitat

  • Engelmann's Thistle is endemic to Texas, meaning it grows naturally only in Texas.

Morphological Characteristics

  • It is a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
  • Thistles are known for their effusive flower heads, usually purple, rose, or pink, also yellow.
  • Differs from other thistle genera (Carduus, Silybum, and Onopordon) in having feathered hairs to their achenes.