Onopordon illyricum Cotton thistle (Compositae)

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

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Latin Name:  Onopordon illyricum
Common Name:  Cotton thistle
Family:  Compositae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Sunny and well-drained habitats.

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in almost any ordinary garden soil. Requires a well-drained soil in full sun. Prefers a slightly alkaline soil. Plants are hardy to about -15°c. Often self-sows, sometimes to the point of nuisance, though the seedlings can easily be hoed out and can also be transplanted if they are moved whilst still small[200]. The flowers are very attractive to bees.

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