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Prickly Russian Thistle

Salsola tragus

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Description:

Sprawling, brushy plant with short, prickly leaves. Stems, pale green with reddish lateral stripes. Uniquely shaped flowers with bright pink sepals (see images). Native to Eurasia.

Habitat:

Heckscher State Park. Seashore dune area. Often grows in disturbed habitats.

Reference Links:

Kali tragus, Plants Profile for Salsola tragus (Prickly russian thistle)

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