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Nodding plumeless thistle
Carduus nutans Nodding plumeless thistle (Carduus nutans) is an invasive plant. It is a native of Eurasia and was first detected in North America in 1800. This thistle has a long history as an invasive species. It has been declared a noxious weed in Australia, many U.S. states and Canadian provinces. Some farmers spend many hours attempting to rid them from farm ground, mostly pastures.
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