Milk Thistle
Silybum marianum
Asteraceae
Growth Habit
HerbaceousDescription
Forms a rosette of leaves that can be 3' across. The color is a distinctive dark green variegated with white. The bluish purple seed head reaches 4' tall. Young leaves can be eaten as greens and the root is similar to salsify. Said to be good for the liver.
Source of plant
Pinetree Garden Seeds
