What is another word for brook thistle?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈʊk θˈɪsə͡l] (IPA) 
Brook thistle is a plant that typically grows along streams and rivers. It is also known as the water thistle, river thistle, and marsh thistle. The scientific name for this plant is Cirsium rivulare. The brook thistle is a tall, upright plant with spiky leaves and deep pink, cone-shaped flowers. Other synonyms for this plant include the meadow thistle, swamp thistle, and wetland thistle. Brook thistle has been used traditionally in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. The plant is also an important source of food for bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects.
