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Eryngium aquaticum

Marsh Eryngo, Marsh Rattlesnake Master
Other regional names: Rattlesnake Master +2 more
  • Rattlesnake Master
  • Rattlesnakemaster
  • Water Eryngo
Also known as: Eryngium aquaticum Michx. +7 more
  • Eryngium aquaticum Michx.
  • Eryngium aquaticum var. normale H.Wolff
  • Eryngium foetidum f. comosum Urb.
  • Eryngium foetidum f. nudum H.Wolff
  • Eryngium plukenetii Elliott
  • Eryngium praealtum A.Gray
  • Eryngium virginianum Elliott
  • Eryngium virginianum Lam.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Apiaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Eryngium aquaticum (commonly known as Marsh Eryngo or Marsh Rattlesnake-Master) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Apiaceae family. Naturally occurring in North America, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. The genus Eryngium is notably large, comprising more than 250 species. There are naturally occurring varieties of this species, which are linked below.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Northeastern U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Germany
Subspecies, Varieties & Forms

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