Plant Industry - Plumeless Thistle
Plumeless Thistle (Carduus acanthoides L.)
"Class B" State Noxious Weed
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Movement of the noxious weed Plumeless Thistle or other regulated articles from quarantine areas is prohibited except under certificate or permit. Certificates or permits may be obtained from an NCDA&CS Plant Protection Specialist in your area or by contacting the Plant Protection Section at 1-800-206-9333.