The story of Adam and Eve eating the forbidden fruit is well known. Due to their deed, even the land was cursed and began to produce thistles and thorns. Botanists believe the Star Thistle is the one mentioned in Genesis 3:17-18 because it is common throughout the region.

Cultivation

Star thistle grows in both good and bad soil. It may try to act as an annual in some areas. Remove the plant completely each fall to prevent it spreading throughout your landscape.

Bible References

Genesis 3:17-18: And unto Adam he said, Because thou hast hearkened unto the voice of thy wife, and hast eaten of the tree, of which I commanded thee, saying, Thou shalt not eat of it: cursed is the ground for thy sake; in sorrow shalt thou eat of it all the days of thy life; Thorns also and thistles shall it bring forth to thee; and thou shalt eat the herb of the field;

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