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Carduus aurosicus
Carduus aurosicus
Carduus aurosicus is characterized by its spiny leaves and bold, thistle-like purple flowers that demand attention. Typically found in rocky, calcareous soils, this robust plant thrives in challenging conditions, reflecting the hardiness of its family. Its sharp features deter herbivores, while the vibrant blooms attract pollinators, enabling it to persist in its rugged habitat.
Key Facts About Carduus aurosicus
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Attributes of Carduus aurosicus
Lifespan
Biennial
Leaf type
Deciduous
Scientific Classification of Carduus aurosicus
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Family
Daisy
Genus
Plumeless thistles
Species
Carduus aurosicus
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Distribution of Carduus aurosicus
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Poison ivy
In pop culture, poison ivy is a symbol of an obnoxious weed because, despite its unthreatening looks, it gives a highly unpleasant contact rash to the unfortunate person who touches it. Still, it is commonly eaten by many animals, and the seeds are a favorite with birds. The leaves turn bright red in fall. Its sister species, Western poison ivy (Toxicodendron rydbergii), is not considered to be invasive in the United States, but is noxious in Australia and New Zealand.
Pokeweed
Although its berries look juicy and tempting, the fruits and the root of pokeweed are toxic and should not be eaten. Pokeweed is considered a pest species by farmers but is nevertheless often grown as an ornamental plant. Its berries can be made into pokeberry ink as well.
Lambsquarters
Lambsquarters has many other names, including pigweed, goosefoot, and bacon weed. This plant seems to appear out of nowhere and is considered by many to be a pesky weed. However, the greens of this plant are edible, can be prepared similar to spinach, and are packed with nutrients.
Horseweed
Horseweed is a North American herbaceous annual plant with a hairy stem, numerous pointed leaves, and waxy inflorescence. It has been naturalized in Eurasia and Australia, where it is a common weed in urban and agricultural regions. Horseweed can be used in a survival situation to start a friction fire.
Common dandelion
*Taraxacum officinale*, widely known as common dandelion, is a herbaceous perennial that can be found in temperate regions all over the world, in habitats with moist soils. The most popular feature of this plant is its fruits, furry spheres that are easily carried by the wind. Although it is generally considered a weed, common dandelion is actually edible and very nutritious.
Common purslane
Portulaca oleracea, colloquially known as common purslane, is an annual succulent species with reddish stems and tiny yellow, five-petal flowers. It is used for culinary purposes in various parts of the world, most often raw, in salads. Common purslane is also a good companion plant for crops that thrive in moist soils.
Black nightshade
Black nightshade (Solanum nigrum) is a highly toxic plant and caution should be exercised around this plant. It's said that black nightshade fruits can technically be consumed if they are fully ripe and properly cooked and prepared. Generally though, due to the danger they present, no one would ever want to try to eat this plant.
Canada goldenrod
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Carduus aurosicus
Carduus aurosicus
Carduus aurosicus is characterized by its spiny leaves and bold, thistle-like purple flowers that demand attention. Typically found in rocky, calcareous soils, this robust plant thrives in challenging conditions, reflecting the hardiness of its family. Its sharp features deter herbivores, while the vibrant blooms attract pollinators, enabling it to persist in its rugged habitat.
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Key Facts About Carduus aurosicus
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Attributes of Carduus aurosicus
Lifespan
Biennial
Leaf type
Deciduous
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Scientific Classification of Carduus aurosicus
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Family
Daisy Genus
Plumeless thistles Species
Carduus aurosicus 
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Distribution of Carduus aurosicus
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Distribution Map of Carduus aurosicus
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
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