Slenderflower Thistle (Carduus Tenuiflorus) is a annual to biennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Carduus tenuiflorus is a tall annual or biennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae, native to Europe.

Slenderflower Thistle

Slenderflower Thistle

Carduus Tenuiflorus

Carduus tenuiflorus is a tall annual or biennial herbaceous plant of the family Asteraceae, native to Europe.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual to biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Slenderflower Thistle

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Slenderflower Thistle
Slenderflower Thistle detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Carduus