Whitestem Distaff Thistle, Glaucous Star Thistle
Carthamusleucocaulos

Family: Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Carthamus (KAR-tha-mus)
Species: leucocaulos (loo-koh-KAW-los)

Category
Annuals

Water Requirements

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage

Foliage Color

Height

Spacing

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow

Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time

Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods

Seed Collecting