Eryngium campestre
Field holly
Eryngium campestre, commonly known as field eryngo, is a hardy, perennial herb distinguished by its spiny, bluish-green foliage and striking, thistle-like flower heads. Native to various temperate regions, this botanical species is valued in traditional medicine for its diverse therapeutic properties, including its potential anti-inflammatory and diuretic effects.
- Scientific name: Eryngium campestre
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Eryngium.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Eryngium | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Eryngium campestre, is referred to by various common names depending on the region and language. In Poland, it is called Mikołajek polny, while in France, it is known as Panicaut champêtre. In Catalonia, the name used is card girgoler, and in Macedonia, it is called валавец. Additionally, in Hungary, the species is commonly known as Mezei iringó.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | Mikołajek polny | Wikidata |
| fr | Panicaut champêtre | Wikidata |
| ca | card girgoler | Wikidata |
| mk | валавец | Wikidata |
| hu | Mezei iringó | Wikidata |
| uk | Миколайчики польові | Wikidata |
| de | Feld-Mannstreu | Wikidata |
| sq | Gjembardhi | Wikidata |
| fa | قرصعنه | Wikidata |
| bg | ветрогон | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across several different regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, it can be found growing in Denmark, Great Britain, and Sweden. Its range also extends into Middle Europe, where it inhabits various landscapes. Specifically, populations of the species are documented in Austria. Additionally, the plant is known to be present within the borders of Belgium.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Poland | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Eryngium campestre, is characterized by several distinct morphological features that contribute to its medicinal profile. The leaves are typically stiff, prickly, and deeply lobed, growing in a basal rosette or along the stem to capture sunlight efficiently. Beneath the soil, the roots form a sturdy system that anchors the plant and serves as a storage organ for nutrients. Finally, the plant produces small seeds housed within its spiny, globe-like flower heads, which are essential for the species' reproduction and dispersal across its natural habitat.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Eryngium campestre has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include nonanoic acid, spathulenol.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| nonanoic acid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| spathulenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |