Eryngium - a cute thorn

There are about 250 species this interesting plant. Wild and cultivated, they have their uses and in folk medicine and for decorative purposes, and even fulfilling a mystical mission to drive away devils from the house. Eryngium flatifolia, for example, that’s why it even got its second name – the palace. They hang it above the door to keep bad people out. This species is one of the most common and trouble-free to grow. It has been cultivated for a long time and successfully in all countries of the former USSR and beyond.

Most spectacular appearance is different alpine eryngium. Although in this regard one can also have creative debates. After all, many lovers of thorns prefer the star-shaped one. seaside view. There is also a very original amethyst eryngium, and Burga, giant and others.

In folk medicine this plant is used as blood purifier and sedative. The eryngium has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antitoxic properties. It is used for whooping cough and bronchitis, scrofula and kidney stones, as well as for many other diseases of varying severity.

For a florist, eryngium is a real find. Picked during the flowering period, it retains shape and color perfectly, which is very useful when arranging long-lasting compositions and bouquets. I personally really liked it eryngium in the photo. Looking at him I want to create real masterpieces of landscape design.

It is important for the eryngium: sunny place, enough moisture and good drainage (loosening the soil), weeding. Some species feel great even on hard rock clays.