Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paludosum
ID:
678782

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Moore & Betche) P.W.Michael

Source:
cmp

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Telopea 7: 173 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678114



Common Names

  • Paludosum Eryngium
  • Marsh Eryngium
  • Marsh Sea Holly


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Synonyms

  • Eryngium rostratum paludosum C.Moore & Betche [unknown]

Description

Eryngium paludosum (also called Marsh Eryngo, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It grows in moist, sandy soils in marshes, swamps, and other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eryngium paludosum is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It can be used as a border plant, in rock gardens, or as a specimen plant in the garden. It is also a great choice for a container plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eryngium paludosum is a small, white to pale blue flower head with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eryngium paludosum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings should be potted on as soon as they are large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established.

Where to Find Eryngium paludosum

Eryngium paludosum can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.

Eryngium paludosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eryngium paludosum?

Eryngium paludosum

What is the common name of Eryngium paludosum?

Meadow Sea Holly

What is the natural habitat of Eryngium paludosum?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2799472: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Betche (1851-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Betche' in the authors string.
Charles Moore (1820-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Moore' in the authors string.
Peter William Michael: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.W.Michael' in the authors string.