Friday, August 14, 2020

August 14, 2020

Location: Fellsmere, St. Sebastian River Preserve State Park

This is a Eryngium aromaticum
Commonly known as Fragrant Eryngo
Plants in the Eryngiun genus are called "rattlesnakemasters"
But they can't really treat snake bites, so be careful, bro.

Note: Yesterday's blog was technically incorrect. Fortunately I have a great friend and Botanist to keep me honest. I have rewritten it with input and much thanks to Joy Handley! 

Sources: Florida Wildflower Foundation - Interesting Eryngiums

Photo and text © 2020 Dee Fairbanks Simpson

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