What is another word for nodding thistle?
Pronunciation: [nˈɒdɪŋ θˈɪsə͡l] (IPA) 
The nodding thistle, also known as musk thistle, is a biennial flowering plant that is native to Europe and Asia but has become invasive in North America. This plant is characterized by its spiky purple flower heads and sharp thorns, which can be a hazard to humans and animals. To avoid confusion with other thistle species, it is useful to know some synonyms for nodding thistle. These include nodding plumeless thistle, nodding thorn apple, and nodding starthistle. By knowing these names, gardeners and farmers can better identify and control the spread of this invasive plant in their fields and gardens.
