New Mexico Thistle (Cirsium Neomexicanum) is a biennial herb in the Asteraceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Cirsium neomexicanum is a North American species of thistle known for its large, showy flower heads with pink, purple, lavender, or white disk flowers and sharp spiny bracts.
New Mexico Thistle
Cirsium Neomexicanum
Cirsium neomexicanum is a North American species of thistle known for its large, showy flower heads with pink, purple, lavender, or white disk flowers and sharp spiny bracts.
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