| Wildflower Information for Carduus acanthoides | |
|---|---|
| Common name(s) | Plumeless thistle |
| Family | Asteraceae (Aster family) |
| Flowers | color: pink petals: irregular |
| Leaves | alternate |
| Lifecycle | biennial |
| Peak bloom period | July |
| Origin | introduced from Eurasia |
Wildflowers of the National Capital Region
Discovering wildflowers in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Northern Virginia
Carduus acanthoides
Common name: Plumeless thistle