description Teasel Overview
Teasel is the common name for several species of the genus Dipsacus, biennial or short-lived perennial plants in the family Dipsacaceae. Native species occur across Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia, and the plants form tall stems topped by egg-shaped flower heads surrounded by spiny bracts. The dried heads of fuller's teasel were once used to raise the nap of wool fabrics, while other species are valued in dried-flower arrangements.
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What is teasel?
Teasel is the common name for several Dipsacus species. These plants are biennial or short-lived perennials in the family Dipsacaceae.
How can you recognize a teasel plant?
Teasel forms tall stems topped by egg-shaped flower heads surrounded by stiff bracts. The flower heads and upright growth make it easy to distinguish from many garden flowers.
Where is teasel native?
Native teasel species occur across Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. Some species are also grown or naturalized outside that original range.
Is teasel a perennial or biennial plant?
Many teasels are biennial, meaning they complete their life cycle over two growing seasons. Some Dipsacus species are short-lived perennials instead.
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