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Family: Asteraceae   Aster Family

Genus: Cirsium   Thistle
Spiny, biennial or perennial herbs (rarely annuals). Thistles of the genus Cirsium are distinguished by their feathery pappus from members of the genus Carduus (plumeless or simple pappus).

Scientific Name: Cirsium ochrocentrum Gray
Common Name(s): Yellowspine Thistle, Beaumont Thistle
Growth Type: biennial/perennial
Species Description:


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Caption:

ID: Hrb-CIROH-001
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
Credit:
Keyword(s): seed
Caption:

ID: Hrb-CIROH-002
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
Credit:
Keyword(s): flowering, inflorescense, vegetative