Pasture Thistle
NamePasture Thistle
Species NameCirsium discolor
Common NamePasture Thistle
Bonsai Styleformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeNone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresspiny stem, green stem
Foliage Typebroadleaf
Height (cm)30
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesThis is a wild thistle plant, not a cultivated bonsai specimen. It features a distinctive spiky flower head and thorny stem.
Description
This specimen displays a striking pink-purple flower head, characteristic of a thistle, with numerous fine, spiky petals and a thorny base. The green stem is upright and appears to be covered in small spines or prickly leaves.
