What is another word for bull thistle?
Pronunciation: [bˈʊl θˈɪsə͡l] (IPA) 
Bull thistle is a common name of a plant categorized under the family Asteraceae. It is a weed that is found in grasslands, along roadsides, and in disturbed lands. The plant has a prickly stem and is known for its purple, lavender, or pink flowers. Apart from its common name, bull thistle has several other alternative names such as spear thistle, scotch thistle, and common thistle. The prickly weed is also called woolly thistle, cotton thistle, and basket thistle. Other synonyms for bull thistle include field thistle, Russian thistle, and creeping thistle. Despite its negative reputation as a weed, bull thistle has medicinal properties and is used to treat various ailments.
