| Wildflower Information for Cirsium discolor | |
|---|---|
| Common name(s) | Field thistle |
| Family | Asteraceae (Aster family) |
| Flowers | color: pink petals: irregular |
| Leaves | alternate |
| Lifecycle | biennial |
| Peak bloom period | late-August to early-September |
| Origin | native |
Wildflowers of the National Capital Region
Discovering wildflowers in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Northern Virginia
Cirsium discolor
Common name: Field thistle