Eryngium heterophyllum
Mexican Thistle, Wright's Eryngo
Also known as: Eryngium altamiranoi Hemsl. & Rose +4 more
- Eryngium altamiranoi Hemsl. & Rose
- Eryngium confusum Hemsl. & Rose
- Eryngium endlichii H.Wolff
- Eryngium medium Hemsl.
- Eryngium wrightii A.Gray
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Apiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Eryngium heterophyllum (commonly known as Mexican thistle or Wright's eryngo) is a herbaceous perennial within the Apiaceae family. It originates in North America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, Mexico Central, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southwest, New Mexico, Texas