Silybum

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Silybum

Description Silybum is a genus of flowering plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae. The genus consists of two species: Silybum marianum and Silybum eburneum. Silybum marianum, also known as milk thistle, is the more commonly known species and has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. It is native to the Mediterranean region, but can now be found worldwide. Taxonomic…