Russian Thistle (Salsola Kali) is a annual herb in the Amaranthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Salsola kali is an annual flowering plant in the amaranth family, native to coastal and saline environments in Europe and Macaronesia.

Russian Thistle

Russian Thistle

Salsola Kali

Salsola kali is an annual flowering plant in the amaranth family, native to coastal and saline environments in Europe and Macaronesia.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, saline, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Russian 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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Taxonomy

Family:Amaranthaceae
Genus:Salsola