Yerba Gorda (Eryngium Humile) is a perennial herb in the Apiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Eryngium humile is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Apiaceae family, native to subtropical regions from Costa Rica to Venezuela and Peru.

Yerba Gorda

Yerba Gorda

Eryngium Humile

Eryngium humile is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Apiaceae family, native to subtropical regions from Costa Rica to Venezuela and Peru.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Yerba Gorda

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Apiaceae
Genus:Eryngium