Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amethystinum
ID:
678375

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 233 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677707

Common Names

  • Eryngium amethystinum
  • Amethystinum eryngium
  • Amethystinum eryngium

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Synonyms

  • Eryngium australe Wulfen & West ex Schult. [unknown]
  • Eryngium caeruleum Link [unknown]
  • Eryngium dilatatum Guss. [unknown]
  • Eryngium orientale Mill. [unknown]
  • Eryngium siculum Lojac. [unknown]
  • Eryngium amethystinum macrophyllum Pamp. [unknown]
  • Eryngium amethystinum trichophyllum Pamp. [unknown]

Description

Eryngium amethystinodes (also called Amethyst Sea Holly, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Apiaceae family. It is native to Europe, particularly in France, Spain, and Portugal. It typically grows in dry, sandy soils, and is commonly found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eryngium amethystinum is a popular ornamental plant, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements. It is also known to have medicinal properties, and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eryngium amethystinum var. tenuifolium Boiss. & Heldr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eryngium amethystinum has small, white flowers with a purple 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 amethystinum 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 amethystinum

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

Eryngium amethystinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eryngium amethystinum?

Eryngium amethystinum

What are the common names of Eryngium amethystinum?

Amethyst Eryngo, Amethyst Sea Holly

What is the growth habit of Eryngium amethystinum?

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