PatternBaseFishbone Thistle
Ptilostemon chamaepeuce, Asteraceae
Zones
6–9
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Biennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)
Water
Low (established)Moderate (seedling)
Soil pH
6.5 – 8.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Uses
Functions
Supports Thistle Specialist BeesAttracts GoldfinchesFeeds Beneficial BeetlesSupports Small ButterfliesProvides Winter Bird FoodAttracts Parasitic Wasps
Edible Parts
Young LeavesFlower BudsRoots
Medicinal Uses
Liver SupportDigestive AidAnti-Inflammatory
Common Questions
What zones does Fishbone Thistle grow in?
Fishbone Thistle grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.
What are good companion plants for Fishbone Thistle?
Good companions for Fishbone Thistle include Rock Soapwort, Burnet Saxifrage.
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