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Mountain thistle (Cirsium scopulorum) is a perennial plant native to the western United States, specifically found in Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah. Mountain thistle (Latin: Cirsium scopulorum) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Mountain thistle is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Mountain thistle is a member native to ALB, ALT, AUT, BLT, BLR, and BGM. Mountain thistle (Cirsium scopulorum) thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Mountain thistle grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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