👉 Eryngium is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. It belongs to the tribe Eryngiaceae, which contains over 250 species. These plants are typically small and have very short stems, with leaves that can be up to 10 centimeters long. The flowers are often white or pink, but can also be yellow, purple, or even blue. Some species of eryngium are used in medicinal purposes, while others are cultivated