It is a perennial, bushy, scapular hemicriptophyte plant, with poorly branching stems. The leaves are leathery and thorny, the basals deeply divided. The bracts, from 15 to 30 per plant, are greenish long from 6 to 9 cm. The flowers are gathered in purple umbels; the peripheral ones are unisexual or sterile, the central ones are hermaphrodites
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Perennial
Lifespan
Herb
Plant Type
White, Blue, Green
Flower Color
Semi-evergreen
Leaf type
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Distribution of Silver eryngo
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Silver eryngo is a plant species natively confined to regions of southern Europe. It has expanded its presence through cultivation, now thriving in a variety of temperate zones beyond its original habitat. The plant's adaptability allows it to be cultivated in gardens and horticultural landscapes, where it can persist and sometimes naturalize.
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Introduced
No species reported
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Care Guide for Silver eryngo
Every week
Water
Full sun
Sunlight
20 - 35 ℃
Ideal Temperature
Water:
Silver eryngo thrives in dry, rocky regions with high drought tolerance and low moisture needs. For optimal care, water weekly, allowing soil to dry between waterings. It prefers well-drained conditions and is best cultivated outdoors due to its resilience and low maintenance requirements.
Pruning:
Silver eryngo features silver-blue foliage with a spiny texture. Prune in early to late spring to remove dead stems and encourage growth. Use sharp tools for sanitation, trimming spent flowers to extend blooming. Pruning improves airflow, reduces pests, and maintains its ornamental appeal without being overly aggressive.
Propagation:
Silver eryngo is a perennial featuring silvery-blue foliage and cone-shaped flowers, propagating through surface sowing. Optimal germination occurs on well-drained soil with light exposure. Press seeds into moistened soil, avoid waterlogging, and maintain moisture for successful establishment in diverse garden settings.
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