Tag: #CulturalHeritage
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Thistle: A Little History and Magic from One of Nature’s Prettiest Prickly Plants
Thistles are a group of flowering plants known for their prickly leaves and stems. They belong to the Asteraceae family, which includes many other familiar plants like daisies and sunflowers. The name “Asteraceae” derives from “Aster,” the ancient Greek word for “star,” highlighting the star-like arrangement of the flowers in this botanical family. …and I…