Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alternatum
ID:
678370

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.M.Coult. & Rose

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 3: 298 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677702

Common Names

  • Eryngium alternatum
  • Alternate eryngium
  • Alternate eryngium

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Synonyms

  • Eryngium grande Hemsl. & Rose [unknown]

Description

Eryngium alternatum (also called 'Alternate Eryngium', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a slender stem and small, white flowers with purple veins. It grows in dry, sunny areas, often in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Eryngium alternatum has been used as a medicinal plant for centuries, and is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eryngium alternatum has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eryngium alternatum is a perennial plant that is grown from seed. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Eryngium alternatum

Eryngium alternatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Eryngium alternatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eryngium alternatum?

Eryngium alternatum

What are the common names of Eryngium alternatum?

Alternate-leaved Eryngo, Alternate-leaved Sea Holly

What is the growth habit of Eryngium alternatum?

It is a perennial herb with an upright habit

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-2799088: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.