Eryngium planum (Umbelliferae)

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Eryngium planum
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The Eryngium planum plant species is found in E. Europe to Asia. It is a member of the Umbelliferae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as E. coeruleum. Clarke. non Bieb.

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Latin Name:  Eryngium planum
Family:  Umbelliferae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.7   Mature Width:  0.4

Habitat:  Dry soils in E. Europe[50]. Locally common in orchards and cultivated areas in Kashmir at 1700 metres[145].

Cultivation Notes: Requires a well-drained soil and a sunny position[1]. Prefers a light sandy soil but tolerates most soil types including lime and poor gravels[200]. When grown in soils that are too rich the stems will need staking before they flop[187]. Established plants are drought tolerant[190]. Plants are hardy to about -25°c[187]. Plants should be put in their final position whilst small since they resent root disturbance[200]. A very ornamental plant[1], there are some named varieties[233]. A good bee plant.

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