Mexican Thistle (Cirsium Mexicanum) is a annual herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Cirsium mexicanum is a species of thistle native to Mexico and Central America, characterized by its annual herbaceous growth and purple flowers.
Mexican Thistle
Cirsium Mexicanum
Cirsium mexicanum is a species of thistle native to Mexico and Central America, characterized by its annual herbaceous growth and purple flowers.
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