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spring thistle

Scientific Name: Cirsium vernale

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

About "Thistle" and Mentions of "Spring Thistle"

This page gathers information about plants referred to as "Thistle" or "Spring Thistle" from various sources. It is important to note that "Thistle" is a common name applied to many different plants, often with prickly leaves. Similarly, "Spring Thistle" may refer to various thistles observed in the spring season.

Please note that the following information has been compiled from mentions of "Thistle" and "Spring Thistle" within the provided text. It is not a comprehensive botanical description and may contain information related to commercial products or locations using the name "Thistle."

Considerations for Pets

  • Many thistles are characterized by prickly leaves.

Considerations for Children

  • Many thistles are characterized by prickly leaves.

Common Names

  • Thistle
  • Spring Thistle
  • Milk Thistle
  • Canada Thistle

Distribution and Habitat

  • The text mentions Thistle Springs Ranch in Cleburne, TX, suggesting the presence of thistles in that region.
  • The text mentions the presence of Canada Thistle in a Northern Mixed-Grass Prairie and a patch emerging in the spring.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Canada Thistle is described as forming a "patch," often consisting of a single plant with hundreds or thousands of stems arising from a shared root system.

Ecological Role

  • The text refers to studies on Canada Thistle control, suggesting that it can be considered an invasive species in certain environments.

Quirky Facts

  • Thistle is a popular name for Hotels and Lodges.
  • Thistle is used in fabric and curtain designs.
  • Thistle is an ingredient in recipes.
  • Thistle is used to garnish some alcoholic beverages.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The document references studies on Fall-Prescribed Burn and Spring-Applied Herbicide Effects on Canada Thistle, which suggests an attempt to control the spread of the plant in the described areas.

Resources and Further Information

  • The text mentions Amazon.com, John Lewis, Spoonflower, Walmart.com, Shutterstock, iStock, and Thinkstock UK as potential sources for purchasing thistle-related products or images.