Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
armatum
ID:
678401

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) J.M.Coult. & Rose

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 13: 141 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677733

Common Names

  • Eryngium armatum
  • Armatum eryngium
  • Armatum eryngium

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Synonyms

  • Eryngium harmsianum H.Wolff [unknown]
  • Eryngium longistylum J.M.Coult. & Rose [unknown]
  • Eryngium petiolatum armatum S.Watson [unknown]

Description

Eryngium armatum (also called 'Armed 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 armatum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eryngium armatum 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 armatum is a perennial plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Eryngium armatum

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

Eryngium armatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eryngium armatum?

Eryngium armatum

What is the common name of Eryngium armatum?

Armed Sea Holly

What is the natural habitat of Eryngium armatum?

Grasslands, meadows, 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-2799118: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
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.