Description
Eryngium aquaticum, commonly called eryngo, is a coarse, aquatic perennial that typically found along the coast.
Eryngium aquaticum is a species of flowering plant in the carrot family known by the common name rattlesnakemaster, marsh rattlesnake master, corn-snakeroot, bitter snakeroot, and marsh eryngo. This plant is native to eastern North America.
Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Eryngium aquaticum rattlesnakemaster, marsh rattlesnake master,corn-snakeroot, bitter snakeroot, and marsh eryngo |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 3.00 to 4.00 feet |
| Flower Colour | White and blue |
| Bloom Time | September to October |
| Difficulty Level | easy to grow |
Planting and care
Eryngo (also sometimes called sea holly) grows to 4, tall. It features basal leaves that are linear to oblong-lanceolate and entire to remotely toothed. The upper leaves are sometimes spiny toothed to laciniate. Tiny white flowers (sometimes with a purplish tinge) bloom in summer in tight, rounded, flower heads.
Eryngium aquaticum care
Grow in medium to wet soils in full sun to part shade. Will grow in wet soils with shallow water, but will also prosper in garden loams given consistent moisture. Tall plants may sprawl, particularly if grown in overly fertile soils or in too much shade. May be grown from seed.
| Sunlight | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Watering | Medium to wet |
| Soil | well-drained soil |
| Temperature | high temperature |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Eryngium aquaticum special feature
Water gardens, ponds, low spots. Borde
Eryngium aquaticum uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose