Onopordon acanthium
Cotton thistle
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The Onopordon acanthium plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Cotton thistle.

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Latin Name:  Onopordon acanthium
Common Name:  Cotton thistle
Family:  Compositae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:  1
 
Habitat:  Waste places and arable land, especially on chalky and sandy soils, avoiding shade[4, 9]. Also found on slightly acid soils[200].

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