* Attracts Beneficial Pollinators
* Dietary supplement for hepatitis, cirrhosis, jaundice, diabetes, indigestion, and other conditions. (consult your doctor before using for any medicinal uses)
* Edible
Edible Parts:
The young stalks, leaves, roots and flowers can be eaten. Milk thistle root can be eaten raw or cooked. Leaves can be eaten raw or cooked however the very sharp leaf-spines must be removed first. When cooked these leaves make a great spinach substitute.