Scotland's National Flower

Second only to tartan, nothing quite says 'Scotland' like this humble, prickly weed. But how on earth did it become the proud emblem of an entire nation?

Thistles against the backdrop of Ben Cruachan.

Thistles against the backdrop of Ben Cruachan.

© Airborne Lens / Liam Anderstrem

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