Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eryngioides
ID:
558680

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pau) Hedge & Lamond

Source:
cmp

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 162: 386 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558012

Common Names

  • Azilia eryngioides
  • Eryngioides Azilia
  • Eryngioides Sea-holly

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Synonyms

  • Prangos eryngioides Pau [unknown]

Description

Azilia eryngioides (also called Eryngo False Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It has small white or pink flowers and grows in moist, acidic soils in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Azilia eryngioides is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive flowers and foliage. It is also used for erosion control and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Azilia eryngioides is white with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Azilia eryngioides is a hardy evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil and should be mulched to retain moisture. Propagation is by cuttings taken in summer or autumn.

Where to Find Azilia eryngioides

Azilia eryngioides can be found in the wild in China, Japan, and Korea.

Azilia eryngioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Azilia eryngioides?

Azilia eryngioides

What is the common name of Azilia eryngioides?

Eryngo-leaved Azilia

What is the natural habitat of Azilia eryngioides?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Azilia genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2667374: Based on the initial data import
Carlos Pau y Español (1857-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pau' in the authors string.
Jenifer M. Lamond (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lamond' in the authors string.
Ian Charleson Hedge (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hedge' in the authors string.