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Tall Thistle (Cirsium altissimum)

Tall Thistle (Cirsium altissimum) is a native North American biennial or short-lived perennial wildflower known for its impressive height and attractive purple flower heads.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Moderate watering, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile loam.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding is sufficient.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

At least 6 hours of direct sunlight is ideal.

Water

Moderate watering, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Prefers well-drained soil.

Soil

Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile loam.

Temperature

Prefers moderate temperatures.

Thrives in temperatures between 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Light feeding is sufficient.

Apply a balanced fertilizer once in spring.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Biennials

Plant Height

1.2-3 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Dies back in colder climates

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate to ovate, deeply lobed

Flower Size

3-5 cm

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Synonyms
Carduus altissimus L.
Cirsium diversifolium DC.
Cirsium filipendulum Engelm.
Cirsium iowense (Pammel) Fernald
Cnicus altissimus (L.) Willd.
Cnicus iowensis Pammel
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusCirsium
  • speciesCirsium altissimum × discolor
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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