Cotton Thistle

Cotton Thistle - Culinary Roots

Adored by donkeys and abhorred by campers, the Cotton Thistle's botanical name stems from the Greek words onos and perdon translated as, 'an ass, I disperse wind'. The wind is indeed a key factor when it comes to dispersing the seeds in the four directions of the wind, but the Cotton Thistle seeds get a little help from animals, rippling waters and we-humans. Photo by Sky Taylor, Diet Bites

This invasive species can overtake an area, wiping out precious grazing land - as well as great camping spots as hinted above.

Old world cookery boiled or steamed the receptacle of the Cotton Thistle, much like one would an artichoke in Modern day cookery. The oil of the Cotton Thistle is commonly used for cooking purposes in Europe.

When dried, the Common Thistle makes a beautiful centerpiece for the table. Tom and I collected the thistles in this picture not far from our house, the hot breath of the south drying them to perfection.

Cotton Thistle - Herbal Medicine Uses

Cotton Thistle has been used in treating:

certain types of cancer

ulcers

diminishing mucous discharges (Thistle root)

PLEASE NOTE: Basil's House of Herbs is a collection of information and studies by Tom, a biologist and is intended for informational and reading purposes only. If you are considering using herbs for weight loss or medicinal purposes, please meet with your physician before doing such.

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