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Cnicus benedictus
blessed thistle
Other common names
bitter thistleSt Benedict's thistle
see moresweet sultan
friar's crown
lady's thistle
St Benedict's herb
Synonyms
Carduus benedictusCentaurea benedicta
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Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Genus
Cnicus
- Name status
Correct
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