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Yellow starthistle
Centaurea solstitialis Yellow starthistle (Centaurea solstitialis) is an invasive plant of rangelands of the western United States. It is a native of the Mediterranean and was first detected in California in the early 1800's. Currently, 6 biocontrol insects have been released. Research shows a 50% decrease in seed yield with biocontrol.
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News
10/01/2019 - Feds to unleash weevil against starthistle
09/21/2018 - Noxious weed of the month: yellow starthistle
04/24/2018 - Weed eaters
03/20/2018 - Western States, Wyoming Wage War On Invasive Species
11/02/2017 - Carson City's effort to control weeds is extensive
09/29/2017 - Is this noxious weed on your property?
03/24/2014 - There are Many Reasons to Hate Invasive Weeds