Blue eryngo (Eryngium planum, Sp. Pl.: 233 (1753))

Family: Apiaceae

Author: L.

Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 233 (1753)

Year: 1753

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Eryngium

Vegetable: False

Observations: EC. Europe to Mongolia and W. Himalaya

Description

Blue Eryngo (Eryngium planum)

Blue Eryngo, scientifically known as Eryngium planum, is a captivating perennial plant that belongs to the Apiaceae family. First described in 1753, this species was meticulously documented by the renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus in his seminal work Species Plantarum.

Native to a broad range extending from Eastern Europe to Mongolia and the Western Himalayas, Eryngium planum thrives in diverse ecological environments. It is particularly noted for its stunning visual appeal, characterized by vibrant blue flower heads that attract a variety of pollinators including bees and butterflies. The plant’s robust and resilient nature makes it a popular choice among gardeners seeking low-maintenance yet visually striking flora.

Eryngium planum sports spiky, thistle-like flower heads atop erect stems that can reach heights of up to 90 centimeters. The flowers themselves are a spectacle of nature, forming dense clusters that add a unique texture and color to garden landscapes. The leaves are dark green and serrated, often adding to the plant’s ornamental value.

In addition to its aesthetic qualities, Blue Eryngo is noted for its adaptability to various soil types and conditions. It prefers sunny locations and can tolerate drought once it is well established, making it an ideal selection for xeriscaping. Furthermore, it can grow in well-drained soils and is often found in meadows, grasslands, and open woods.

Given its native range, Eryngium planum is well-suited to different climatic conditions but performs best in temperate regions. Its ability to withstand temperature variations and its minimal requirements for care make it a resilient addition to any flower bed or border.

In summary, Blue Eryngo (Eryngium planum) is a versatile and attractive perennial that offers both ecological benefits and ornamental beauty. Its rich blue flower heads and hardy nature have made it a favorite in gardens far beyond its native range. Whether you are a seasoned horticulturist or a novice gardener, this plant provides an excellent opportunity to enhance your landscape with minimal effort.

Common Names

Nor: balsam, matrem
Swe: balsamblad, mattram, renfanekrage, röllikekrage, rysk martorn, sinipiikkiputki, daggtorna
Eng: blue eryngo, kok-bas, plains eryngo, cross thistle, flat eryngo, flat rattlesnake master, plains coyote-thistle
Deu: flachblättrige mannstreu, flachblättriger mannstreu
Dan: have-mandstro, matrem, russisk mandstro
Lit: plokš
Fin: reunuspäivänkakkara, sinipiikkiputki
Nno: hagestikle
Nob: hagestikle
Est: lamedalehine ogaputk
Fra: panicaut à feuilles mutiques, panicaut à feuilles planes
Lav: plakan
Nld: vlakke kruisdistel, vlakbladige kruisdistel
Cym: celynnen-y-môr las
En: Blue eryngo, Kok-bas, Plains eryngo, Five-leaved eryngium, Flat sea holly, Cross thistle, Flat eryngo, Flat rattlesnake master, Plains coyote-thistle, Flat Sea-holly
Az: Yastıyarpaq zımbırtikan
Ba: Күк дегәнәк
Be: Сінегаловік пласкалісты
Bg: Плосколистен ветрогон
Zh: 扁叶刺芹
Cs: Máčka plocholistá
Da: Russisk Mandstro, Have-mandstro, Matrem
Nl: Vlakbladige kruisdistel, Vlakke kruisdistel
Et: Lamedalehine ogaputk
Fi: Sinipiikkiputki, Reunuspäivänkakkara
Fr: Panicaut à feuilles mutiques, Panicaut à feuilles planes
De: Flachblättriger Mannstreu, Flachblättrige Mannstreu
Hu: Kék iringó
Kk: Жұқа жапырақты көкбас
Lv: Plakan
Lt: Plokš
No: Hagestrandtorn, Balsam, Matrem
Nb: Hagestikle
Nn: Hagestikle
Os: Хилагы ’взаг
Fa: چوچاغ
Pl: Mikołajek płaskolistny
Ro: Scai vânăt
Ru: Синеголовник плосколистный
Sv: Rysk martorn, Balsamblad, Mattram, Renfanekrage, Röllikekrage, Sinipiikkiputki, Daggtorna
Zh-hant: 扁葉刺芹
Uk: Миколайчики плоскі
Cy: Celynnen-y-môr las

Synonyms

• Eryngium brunardii (Guétrot)
• Eryngium pumilum (Gilib.)
• Eryngium armatum (Csató ex Simonk.)
• Eryngium planum var. armatum (Csató ex Simonk.)
• Eryngium planifolium (Pall.)
• Eryngium intermedium (Weinm.)
• Eryngium latifolium (Gilib.)
• Eryngium caeruleum (Gilib.)

Distribution

• Altay (native)
• Austria (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• East European Russia (native)
• Germany (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Kazakhstan (native)
• Krym (native)
• Mongolia (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Northwest European R (native)
• Poland (native)
• Romania (native)
• South European Russi (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Turkey-in-Europe (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• West Himalaya (native)
• West Siberia (native)
• Xinjiang (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• Alberta (introduced)
• British Columbia (introduced)
• Colorado (introduced)
• Connecticut (introduced)
• Denmark (introduced)
• District of Columbia (introduced)
• Finland (introduced)
• Illinois (introduced)
• Masachusettes (introduced)
• Michigan (introduced)
• Norway (introduced)
• Ontario (introduced)
• Oregon (introduced)
• Primorye (introduced)
• Québec (introduced)
• Saskatchewan (introduced)
• South Dakota (introduced)
• Sweden (introduced)
• Vermont (introduced)
• Wisconsin (introduced)

Additional Images

Habit

Taken Jul 19, 2019 by Sabina Hartmann (cc-by-sa)

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Taken Jun 30, 2021 by Lem Palad (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 5, 2018 by Dieter Wagner (cc-by-sa)

Flower

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Taken Oct 14, 2019 by Dieter Wagner (cc-by-sa)

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Taken Aug 20, 2019 by García Ávila Aurora (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 5, 2018 by Dieter Wagner (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

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Taken Jul 19, 2019 by Sabina Hartmann (cc-by-sa)

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Taken Aug 17, 2022 by Dominik Muczyński (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

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Taken Aug 17, 2022 by Dominik Muczyński (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 22, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Oct 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Oct 15, 2014 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jul 17, 2019 by Andrei Contiu (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 31, 2016 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 31, 2016 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Bark

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Taken Jan 1, 1800 by Tela Botanica − Thierry Pernot (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 12, 2021 by antonietta di nuzzo (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 22, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:841973-1)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3034393)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Eryngium planum L.)

Specifications

Growth habit: Forb/herb

Growth