some sort of thistle?

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  1. wazungy

    wazungy Active Member 10 Years

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    This plant was taller than I am. It's over 6 feet tall and has large (huge) thistle like purple flowers.

    What is it?

    Waz.
     

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    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    I think they are toxic to.They grow like crazy here in Yakima.
     
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    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    The flower buds are edible.
     
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    ewww are they good? I thought the whole thing was toxic.
     
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    wazungy Active Member 10 Years

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    Artichoke eh?
    So that's how they look before they arrive at the supermarket.
    Cool!

    Thanks a bunch.

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