Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cervantesii
ID:
678471

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Delaroche

Source:
cmp

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Bull. Sci. Soc. Philom. Paris 1: 88 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677803

Common Names

  • Comb Eryngo
  • Comb Eryngium
  • Eryngium Comosum

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Synonyms

  • Eryngium viviparum Cerv. ex F.Delaroche [unknown]

Description

Eryngium cervantesii (also called Cervantes' Sea Holly, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Apiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eryngium cervantesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eryngium cervantesii is a white or pale blue umbel, with a diameter of up to 5 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough surface. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eryngium cervantesii 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 cervantesii

Eryngium cervantesii can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Eryngium cervantesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eryngium cervantesii?

Eryngium cervantesii

What is the common name of Eryngium cervantesii?

Cervantes' Sea Holly

Where is Eryngium cervantesii native to?

Western Mediterranean

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,

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