Thistle Flower Scotland. Considered one of natures. Cynareae some time outside this category is known as thistle.
03082016 There are around 20 species of thistle in the UK with the three most common in Scotland being the creeping thistle marsh thistle and spear thistle but many others do occur including the welted. Its main claim to fame is being the national symbol for Scotland. This proud and regal plant has several different legends that tell how the thistle became Scotlands symbol however most date from the reign of Alexander III and the events surrounding the Battle of Largs in 1263.
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There are over 200 types of thistle flowers however some are viewed less gloriously than the common thistle found in Scotland. Thistle we guarantee you will receive a personal service from our little team of two. Thistle or Onopordum acanthium is part of the sunflower family and it is best known as the national symbol of Scotland. Ad Over 8 Million Gifts Delivered Since 1989.