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musk thistle

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noun

  1. a composite plant, Carduus nutans, having heads of nodding, rose-purple flowers, introduced into the U.S. from Eurasia.

Etymology

Origin of musk thistle

First recorded in 1725–35

Example Sentences

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Buttercup, musk thistle and horse nettle are common weeds that can be controlled with herbicides.

From Time Magazine Archive

Good grazing management is one key to keeping musk thistle at bay.

From Time Magazine Archive

There are several herbicides labeled for use on musk thistle.

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If you just have a few musk thistle plants, hand removal is a good option.

From Time Magazine Archive

Skid’s into botany and there’s an elusive variety of musk thistle that he’s desperate to track down.

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon

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