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Bull Thistle

Cirsium vulgare

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Asterales ›Family: Asteraceae ›Genus: Cirsium

About

Cirsium vulgare, the spear thistle, bull thistle, or common thistle, is a species of the Asteraceae genus Cirsium, native throughout most of Europe (north to 66°N, locally 68°N), Western Asia (east to the Yenisei Valley), and northwestern Africa (Atlas Mountains). It is also naturalised in North America, Africa, and Australia and is an invasive weed in some areas. It is the national flower of Scotland.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bull Thistle?
The scientific name of Bull Thistle is Cirsium vulgare.
What kingdom does Bull Thistle belong to?
Bull Thistle belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Bull Thistle belong to?
Bull Thistle belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Bull Thistle belong to?
Bull Thistle belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Bull Thistle belong to?
Bull Thistle belongs to the order Asterales.
What family does Bull Thistle belong to?
Bull Thistle belongs to the family Asteraceae.
What genus does Bull Thistle belong to?
Bull Thistle belongs to the genus Cirsium.