Cirsium virginianum (Compositae)

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Cirsium virginianum
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The Cirsium virginianum plant species is found in Southeastern N. America - Florida to New Jersey. It is a member of the Compositae family.

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Latin Name:  Cirsium virginianum
Family:  Compositae
Author:  (L.)Michx.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Wet pineland, sphagnous or peaty bogs, swales and clearings on coastal plain[43].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. An easily grown plant, succeeding in any ordinary garden soil in a sunny position[200].

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