Rattlesnake Master

Eryngium yuccifolium

Bloom time:  July - September

Bloom Color: White

Height:  4ft

Sun exposure: Full

Soil Moisture: Medium

Deer resistant: Yes

Other Common Names: Button Eryngo

Fun facts:

Historically, Rattlesnake Master was used by Native American tribes as a remedy for snake bites. Its roots were thought to have healing properties, and the plant earned its "rattlesnake" name due to this use.

The spiky, globe-shaped flower heads of Rattlesnake Master are not only eye-catching but also attract a wide range of specialized pollinators. Wasps, beetles, and butterflies are particularly drawn to its flowers, making it an important plant for maintaining a healthy pollinator population.

 

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