Thistles are surprisingly edible once you get rid of their 'armour'. These ones are supposed to be particularly good.I've tried the leaves and roots of Scotch thistle and winged thistle - although it wasn't too successful. (A lot of work for very little return - I think it was the wrong time of year).
I haven't tried variegated thistles like the one above though. It's one of several spectacular specimens growing near us (stunning with their silver splatters all over their leaves). Unfortunately they're growing in a place that I wouldn't forage from.
Variegated thistle links:
Plants for a Future Database
Google Images
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