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 palustre (L.) Scop.
Common Name(s): Marsh Thistle, European Swamp Thistle
Growth Type: biennial
Species Description: This species is herbaceous and covered with long, sticky hairs.
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