Eryngium
Pronunciation : E*ryn"gi*um
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [NL., fr. Gr. eryngion, erynge.] (Bot.)
Definition : Defn: A genus of umbelliferous plants somewhat like thistles in appearance. Eryngium maritimum, or sea holly, has been highly esteemed as an aphrodisiac, the roots being formerly candied.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913