Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
heterophyllum
ID:
678632

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engelm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Mem. Tour N. Mexico : 106 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677964



Common Names

  • Heterophyll Eryngo
  • Heterophyll Sea Holly
  • Heterophyll Button Snakeroot


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Synonyms

  • Eryngium altamiranoi Hemsl. & Rose [unknown]
  • Eryngium confusum Hemsl. & Rose [unknown]
  • Eryngium endlichii H.Wolff [unknown]
  • Eryngium medium Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Eryngium wrightii A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Eryngium heterophyllum (also called Variable-leaved Sea Holly, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in rocky and sandy soils, and prefers sunny, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eryngium heterophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eryngium heterophyllum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eryngium heterophyllum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The clumps should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Eryngium heterophyllum

Eryngium heterophyllum can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Eryngium heterophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eryngium heterophyllum?

Eryngium heterophyllum

What is the family of Eryngium heterophyllum?

Apiaceae

What is the common name of Eryngium heterophyllum?

Heterophyllous Eryngium

Species in the Eryngium genus

Eryngium beckii, Eryngium bolivianum, Eryngium neei, Eryngium woodii, Eryngium agavifolium, Eryngium alismifolium, Eryngium aloifolium, Eryngium alpinum, Eryngium alternatum, Eryngium amethystinodes, Eryngium amethystinum, Eryngium amorginum, Eryngium andicolum, Eryngium anomalum, Eryngium antiatlanticum, Eryngium aquaticum, Eryngium aquifolium, Eryngium argyreum, Eryngium aristulatum, Eryngium armatum, Eryngium aromaticum, Eryngium articulatum, Eryngium atlanticum, Eryngium balansae, Eryngium baldwinii, Eryngium beecheyanum, Eryngium billardierei, Eryngium bithynicum, Eryngium boissieuanum, Eryngium bonplandii, Eryngium bornmuelleri, Eryngium bourgatii, Eryngium brasiliense, Eryngium buchtienii, Eryngium bungei, Eryngium bupleuroides, Eryngium cabrerae, Eryngium caeruleum, Eryngium caespitiferum, Eryngium calaster, Eryngium campestre, Eryngium canaliculatum, Eryngium cardesii, Eryngium carlinae, Eryngium carlinoides, Eryngium castrense, Eryngium cervantesii, Eryngium chevalieri, Eryngium chubutense, Eryngium ciliatum,

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References