Woolly Distaff Thistle (Carthamus Lanatus) is a annual herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Carthamus lanatus is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family, known for its woolly, spiny leaves and yellow thistle-like flowers.

Woolly Distaff Thistle

Woolly Distaff Thistle

Carthamus Lanatus

Carthamus lanatus is an annual herbaceous plant in the Asteraceae family, known for its woolly, spiny leaves and yellow thistle-like flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractant, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Woolly Distaff Thistle

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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.

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Woolly Distaff Thistle
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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Carthamus