Description
Overview
Bull thistle, scientifically known as Cirsium vulgare, is a species of thistle belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia but has become naturalized in many other parts of the world, including North America. Bull thistle is commonly found in disturbed areas, pastures, meadows, roadsides, and along riverbanks. It thrives in a variety of soil types but prefers well-drained soils. In traditional herbal medicine systems, thistles in general (including bull thistle) have been used for various medicinal purposes.It have been explored for potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and hepatoprotective properties.