Russian-Thistle (Salsola)
Russian-Thistle Genus Details
Russian thistle is an annual herb with dry spine-tipped leaves. It is widely branching and has small flowers. The plant is commonly found in disturbed areas, along roadsides and in pastures. Old plants often break off and become “tumbleweeds”.
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Russian-Thistle Allergy Info
Russian thistle is a member of the Goosefoot family, which is a frequent cause of allergy for some.
Russian-Thistle Pollen Description
The pollen grains are spheroidal with large pores and a thick exine. The pollen grains are similar to those of the Amaranthaceae family.
Pollen grains are usually 27-30 micrometers in diameter.
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Salsola tragus, single grain. Herb. MIN
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Salsola tragus, multiple grains. Herb. MIN
Species in This Genus
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Mild Allergen |
Moderate Allergen |
Severe Allergen |
Allergy Test Available
Russian-Thistle (Salsola) is a genus of the CHENOPODIACEAE family.
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
This genus includes the following allergenic species:
