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Bristle thistle

Carduus nutans

Photo by Maria dB
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Description:

Also known as Musk Thistle, Nodding Thistle, Nodding Plumeless Thistle. It is not native to the United States, but has spread to nearly every state as well as to most of Canada.

Habitat:

Field near Haw River

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US Wildflower - Bristle Thistle, Musk Thistle, Nodding Thistle, Nodding Plumele…

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