Dipsacus fullonum

The most widespread Dipsacus species in the state. A cottage garden plant that has escaped to colonize waste places, disturbed soil, and old fields. It is biennial, with large thorns on the underside of leaf midribs.

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Plant Information

Common Name(s): 
common teasel
fuller's teasel
Type: 
Non-Native
Herbaceous Plants - Annuals, Biennials, Perennials
Native Region: 
Europe
Africa
Moisture: 
Dry
Moist
Light: 
Sun
Part Sun
Part Shade
Attracts butterflies
Can be weedy
Showy fruit
Used in traditional 19th century gardens

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