Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
boissieuanum
ID:
678427

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Wolff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 6: 275 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677759

Common Names

  • Eryngium boissieuanum
  • Boissieuanum eryngium
  • Boissieuanum eryngium

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Description

Eryngium boissieuanum (also called Boissier's Eryngium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows to a height of about 0.5 meters. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, blue flowers. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia and typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eryngium boissieuanum 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 boissieuanum has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eryngium boissieuanum 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 boissieuanum

Eryngium boissieuanum can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Eryngium boissieuanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eryngium boissieuanum?

Eryngium boissieuanum

What is the common name of Eryngium boissieuanum?

Boissier's Sea Holly

What is the natural habitat of Eryngium boissieuanum?

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,