Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
esmeraldense
ID:
675449

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 24: 85 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000674781

Common Names

  • Esmeraldense Buckwheat
  • Esmeraldense Wild Buckwheat
  • Esmeraldense Eriogonum

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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum esmeraldense tayei S.L.Welsh [unknown]
  • Eriogonum esmeraldense esmeraldense [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum esmeraldense (also called Emerald Buckwheat, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, and typically grows in rocky, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum esmeraldense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum esmeraldense 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 esmeraldense 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 esmeraldense

Eriogonum esmeraldense is native to California and can be found in the Sierra Nevada foothills.

Eriogonum esmeraldense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum esmeraldense?

Eriogonum esmeraldense

What are the common names of Eriogonum esmeraldense?

Esmeralda buckwheat, Esmeralda wild buckwheat

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum esmeraldense?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2795933: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.