Eryngium subacaule - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cav.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1800
Citation Micro:
Anales Hist. Nat. 2: 116 (1800)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678264
Common Names
- Eryngium subacaule
- Short-stemmed Eryngo
- Short-stemmed Sea Holly
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Eryngium subacaule (also called 'Subacaulescent eryngo', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a rosette of leaves and a tall stem with small white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, scrub and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Eryngium subacaule is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, including fever, headache, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Eryngium subacaule is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Eryngium subacaule is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South America. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and has white or blue flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the roots in the spring. The seeds should be planted 1/4 inch deep and spaced 4-6 inches apart.
Where to Find Eryngium subacaule
Eryngium subacaule can be found in South America, particularly in Uruguay and Brazil.
Eryngium subacaule FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eryngium subacaule?
Eryngium subacaule
What is the common name of Eryngium subacaule?
Subacaul eryngo
What is the natural habitat of Eryngium subacaule?
Grasslands and open woodlands
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-2799610: Based on the initial data import
Antonio José Cavanilles (1745-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cav.' in the authors string.