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Sea Holly

Eryngium maritimum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Apiales ›Family: Apiaceae ›Genus: Eryngium

About

Eryngium maritimum, the sea holly or seaside eryngo, is a species of Eryngium in the plant family Apiaceae and native to most European coastlines. It resembles a plume thistle in that its flower is burr-shaped, but the flowers are metallic blue rather than mauve. Protected from winds this dune plant grows to a height of 20 to 60 cm. Although widespread, it is considered endangered in many areas, such as Germany where its occurrence has been greatly...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sea Holly?
The scientific name of Sea Holly is Eryngium maritimum.
What is the conservation status of Sea Holly?
The Sea Holly has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Sea Holly belong to?
Sea Holly belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Sea Holly belong to?
Sea Holly belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Sea Holly belong to?
Sea Holly belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Sea Holly belong to?
Sea Holly belongs to the order Apiales.
What family does Sea Holly belong to?
Sea Holly belongs to the family Apiaceae.
What genus does Sea Holly belong to?
Sea Holly belongs to the genus Eryngium.