Onopordon acanthium

[SCOTCH THISTLE]

 $6.00 

Onopordon acanthium
Category: Potted Plants
Longevity: A-B (zones 6 to 9)
Lighting Conditions: FS
Average Height: 5 FEET
Uses: C M O
Code: ONO10

The thistle of the Stuarts and the national emblem of Scotland. This is a very striking and intimidating plant. The whole plant is covered with white cottony down as well as with numerous stiff spines - the botanical name means "thorny donkey food". Misbehaving children were sent to collect the down to stuff pillows. The seeds contain 25% oil which has been used for cooking as well as lamp fuel. The stems can be eaten like aparagus after removing the outer rind. It will self-sow; however it has not become a problem for us. Used in the past to treat cancers, ulcers, rickets, and nervous complaints. Prefers a dry sunny location.

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