Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
arborescens
ID:
675138

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
cmp

Year:
1884

Citation Micro:
Bull. Calif. Acad. Sci. 1(1): 11 (1884)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000674470

Common Names

  • Eriogonum arborescens
  • Tree-Like Eriogonum
  • Tree-Like Wild Buckwheat

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Description

Eriogonum arborescens (also called Tree buckwheat, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the western United States. It has a woody stem and small, dark green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum arborescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a fire-resistant shrub in landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriogonum arborescens has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum arborescens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and rooted in a sandy soil. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering.

Where to Find Eriogonum arborescens

Eriogonum arborescens can be found in the western United States, from California to Utah.

Eriogonum arborescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum arborescens?

Eriogonum arborescens

What are the common names of Eriogonum arborescens?

No common names

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum arborescens?

It is found in dry open woods and grasslands

Species in the Eriogonum genus

Eriogonum callistum, Eriogonum abertianum, Eriogonum acaule, Eriogonum alatum, Eriogonum aliquantum, Eriogonum allenii, Eriogonum alpinum, Eriogonum ammophilum, Eriogonum ampullaceum, Eriogonum androsaceum, Eriogonum anemophilum, Eriogonum angelense, Eriogonum angulosum, Eriogonum annuum, Eriogonum apiculatum, Eriogonum apricum, Eriogonum arborescens, Eriogonum arcuatum, Eriogonum aretioides, Eriogonum argillosum, Eriogonum argophyllum, Eriogonum arizonicum, Eriogonum artificis, Eriogonum atrorubens, Eriogonum austrinum, Eriogonum baileyi, Eriogonum batemanii, Eriogonum bicolor, Eriogonum bifurcatum, Eriogonum brachyanthum, Eriogonum brachypodum, Eriogonum brandegeei, Eriogonum breedlovei, Eriogonum brevicaule, Eriogonum butterworthianum, Eriogonum caespitosum, Eriogonum capillare, Eriogonum cernuum, Eriogonum chrysops, Eriogonum ciliatum, Eriogonum cinereum, Eriogonum cithariforme, Eriogonum clavatum, Eriogonum clavellatum, Eriogonum clivosum, Eriogonum codium, Eriogonum collinum, Eriogonum coloradense, Eriogonum compositum, Eriogonum concinnum,

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

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