Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the phrase
Blessed Thistle.
Blessed Thistle - as a noun
Tall old world biennial thistle with large clasping white-blotched leaves and purple flower heads; naturalized in california and south america
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
holy thistlelady's thistlemilk thistleour lady's mild thistlesilybum marianumAnnual of mediterranean to portugal having hairy stems and minutely spiny-toothed leaves and large heads of yellow flowers
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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"The extract of blessed thistle is often used in herbal medicine."
"Some people believe that blessed thistle can stimulate appetite."
"In traditional folklore, blessed thistle was thought to have magical properties."
"The dried leaves and flowers of blessed thistle are used in teas and infusions."
"Some herbalists recommend blessed thistle as a natural remedy for indigestion."