Saffron thistle (Carthamus lanatus) (Nox)
Invasive Assessment | Impact Assessment | Potential Distribution | Present Distribution
| Scientific name: | Carthamus lanatus Linnaeus. |
Common Name: | Saffron thistle |
Additional information about Saffron thistle is located on the Agriculture Victoria website - including origin and distribution, descriptions, problem, similar species, lifecycle and reproduction, as well as dispersal, management program and specific actions.
 Early growth stage of Saffron thistle Photo: Andrew Steed |  Mature Saffron thistle Photo: Andrew Steed |  |
 Young Saffron thistle Photo: Andrew Steed |  Saffron thistle flower head Photo: Andrew Steed | |
Related Links
Information on Saffron thistle on the Tasmanian Department of Primary Industries, Parks, Water and Environment's website (external link).
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