Thistle Plant Illustration - Botanical Line Art Drawing #3721340 (License: Personal Use)

This precise ink line drawing captures the distinctive morphology of a thistle (genus *Cirsium* or *Onopordum*), featuring deeply lobed, serrated leaves with sharp spines and two mature, bract-covered flower heads atop a slender stem. The artist’s signature “KU 93” suggests it was created in 1993, reflecting traditional botanical illustration techniques emphasizing structural accuracy over color. The composition balances scientific clarity with aesthetic elegance.

Used in botanical education, field guides, herbalism resources, or nature-themed design projects; appeals to users seeking accurate plant illustrations for study, art reference, or print media.