Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
elongatum
ID:
675436

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Bot. Voy. Sulphur : 45 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000674768

Common Names

  • Elongate Buckwheat
  • Elongate Wild Buckwheat
  • Elongate Eriogonum

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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum denudatum Nutt. [unknown]
  • Eriogonum elongatum elongatum [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum elongatum (also called Elongate 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 elongatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in dry areas. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriogonum elongatum var. vollmeri (Wiggins) Reveal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum elongatum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, narrow, hairy leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum elongatum 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 elongatum

Eriogonum elongatum is native to California and Nevada.

Eriogonum elongatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum elongatum?

Eriogonum elongatum

What are the common names of Eriogonum elongatum?

Elongate buckwheat, elongate wild buckwheat

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum elongatum?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the chaparral and coastal sage scrub of the western United States.

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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