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Ecological relationships

Who uses this plant?

4CaterpillarsGenus host records with ranges including KY

Genus host records with ranges including KY · Sonchus

—BeesSoutheastern regional records

1Specialist beesPollen specialists

Pollen specialists · Sonchus

6BirdsRecorded genus food-resource interactions; not a state feeding claim

Recorded genus food-resource interactions; not a state feeding claim · Sonchus

Growing and identification

Safety has not been reviewed for this plant; check toxicity and thorns before planting.

Growing sources and scope

Height · “Stems are erect, 0.1 to 0.4 inches (3-10 mm) in diameter, and most commonly 24 to 59 inches (60-150 cm) tall; although they range from 12 to 71 inches (30-180 cm) tall.” · Fire Effects Information System: Sonchus arvensis · Source botanical description; original units and scope retained
Life cycle · “Perennial” · Minnesota Wildflowers

Also known as

Field Sow Thistle