Asteraceae/Compositae (Aster/Composit Family)
Base Flower Color: Purple
Reproductive Phenology: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sept
Bloom Notes: Carduus nutans invades a variety of disturbed areas. Pastures are particularly at risk because it is unpalatable to livestock. Once established it can spread rapidly due to high seed production (as much as 120,000 seeds per plant).
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