Origin: A thistle-like plant native to the Mediterranean region
Also Known As:
St. Benedicts thistle
Cnicus benedictus
Spotted thistle
Holy thistle
Overview: Blessed thistle is a thistle-like plant that’s known for being used to treat the bubonic plague. Its flowers, leaves, and stems are used today for various purposes ranging from increasing breast milk production to soothing indigestion.
Common Dosage: There is no standard dose for blessed thistle at the moment.
