Sonchus congestus

Sonchus congestus is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is endemic to the Canary Islands (Gran Canaria and Tenerife).

Description
Sonchus congestus is a shrub up to 1 m tall. The leaves form a rosette at the ends of the stems. The leaves are relatively smooth (subglabrous), and have triangular to rounded lobes along their length. The flower heads are large, up to 4 – across.

Distribution
Sonchus congestus is endemic to the Canary Islands. In Tenerife, it is found in forested areas in Sierra Anaga and along the north coast at elevations of 100 - 800 m. It is also found in the central and northern regions of Gran Canaria.