Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
brachyanthum
ID:
675183

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coville

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. iv. (1893) 185.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000674515

Common Names

  • Eriogonum brachyanthum
  • Short-Flowered Buckwheat
  • Small-Flowered Buckwheat

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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum baileyi brachyanthum (Coville) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Eriogonum vimineum brachyanthum (Coville) S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum vimineum brachyanthemum (Coville) S.Stokes [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum brachyanthum (also called Short-Flowered Buckwheat, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 1.2 m. It is native to the western United States, primarily in California, Arizona, and Nevada. It is found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils in desert, chaparral, and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum brachyanthum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum brachyanthum is a small yellow or white star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum brachyanthum is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to California. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, it requires little water and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Eriogonum brachyanthum

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

Eriogonum brachyanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum brachyanthum?

Eriogonum brachyanthum

What is the family of Eriogonum brachyanthum?

Polygonaceae

What is the common name of Eriogonum brachyanthum?

Short-flowered Buckwheat

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,

References