Bieberstein's thistle
NameBieberstein's thistle
Species NameCarduus biebersteinii
Common NameBieberstein's thistle
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typenone
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stem, spiny
Foliage Typespiny leaves
Height (cm)15
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynone
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesDistinctive spiny bracts surrounding the flower bud and sharp, lobed leaves.
Description
This specimen features the distinctive spiny flower bud of Bieberstein's thistle, a herbaceous plant. Its natural upright growth habit is evident, characteristic of its species.
