Last Updated: 6 September 2022
Figure 1. The Milk Thistle (or Silybum marianum) plant.
Silybum marianum is the scientific name for the commonly called Milk Thistle. Silybum marianum is also sometimes called blessed milkthistle, Marian thistle, Mary thistle, Saint Mary's thistle, Mediterranean milk thistle, variegated thistle and Scotch thistle. This species is an annual or biennial plant of the family Asteraceae. Silybum marianum is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe including Greece, east of Iran, and Afghanistan.
For nutritional values, refer to the Codex entry for Milk Thistle.
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* Please be advised: always seek medical consultation if you require medical help or attention. The contents of this Codex are for educational purposes and are not intended to offer personal medical advice.
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