Scorpius
Application submittedEryngium planum L. · Blue eryngo
Kwekerij Sinnich V.O.F.,Marginpar B.V.
Variety traits
Inflorescence of Eryngium planum
Eryngium planum L.
The inflorescence of the flat sea holly (Eryngium planum L.) is a capitate umbel of a spherical-cylindrical shape, with a diameter ranging from 3 to 5 cm.
In the reference 21 varieties crop Blue eryngo, where this is mentioned in the description.
The inflorescence is formed as a dense head (capitulum). Observation of floral characteristics development according to variety testing protocols is conducted during the full flowering stage, with the head size in centimeters being the key quantitative indicator.
The ornamental value of the inflorescence is determined by the color intensity of the involucre and bracts, which retain a blue or white hue depending on varietal characteristics. When using the crop as a dried flower, an important qualitative trait is the ability of the inflorescences to retain their color after drying.
General information about the subject — on the page Inflorescence.
Varieties of Blue eryngo mentioned in the description
Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.