Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
caespitosum
ID:
675212

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 7: 50 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000674544

Common Names

  • Tufted Buckwheat
  • Tufted Eriogonum
  • Tufted Wild Buckwheat

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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum andinum Nutt. [unknown]
  • Eriogonum caespitosum alyssoides Gand. [unknown]
  • Eriogonum caespitosum ramosum S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum caespitosum typicum S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum douglasii ramosum Piper [unknown]
  • Eriogonum sericoleucum Greene ex Tidestr. [unknown]
  • Eriogonum sphaerocephalum sericoleucum S.Stokes [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum caespitosum (also called Tufted 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 caespitosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, coughs, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum caespitosum 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 caespitosum is a perennial shrub native to California. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in autumn or spring, or take cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Eriogonum caespitosum

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

Eriogonum caespitosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum caespitosum?

Eriogonum caespitosum

What is the family of Eriogonum caespitosum?

Polygonaceae

What is the common name of Eriogonum caespitosum?

Tufted 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