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Milk Thistle
Silybum
Milk thistle is a large, spiny herbaceous plant known for its medicinal properties, particularly for liver health. It features purple flowers and sharp spines, with distinctive white veins on its leaves.
Milk thistle is commonly found in dry, sunny areas, including fields, roadsides, and disturbed soils. It thrives in temperate climates with well-drained soil.
Milk thistle has sharp spines on its leaves and stems, which can cause injury during harvesting. Use gloves and handle with care.
Part of the shared Foragers Log catalogue · Herb