Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
microthecum
ID:
675756

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 4: 15. 1848 [Mar-Apr 1848] ; J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia, ser. 2, 1: 162. Aug. 1848.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675088

Common Names

  • Microthecum Buckwheat
  • Microthecum's Buckwheat
  • Microthecum Wild Buckwheat

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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum idahoense Rydb. [unknown]
  • Eriogonum intricatum (Gand.) Prain [unknown]
  • Eriogonum microthecum friscanum S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum microthecum idahoense S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum microthecum intricatum Gand. [unknown]
  • Eriogonum microthecum rigidum Eastw. [unknown]
  • Eriogonum microthecum rigidum (Eastw.) S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum microthecum spathulare Gand. [unknown]
  • Eriogonum microthecum spathulare (Gand.) S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum spathulare Gand. [unknown]
  • Eriogonum microthecum microthecum [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum microthecum (also called Smallflower Buckwheat, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is found in the Great Basin, Mojave Desert and Sonoran Desert.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum microthecum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriogonum microthecum var. ambiguum (M.E.Jones) Reveal
Eriogonum microthecum var. laxiflorum Hook.
Eriogonum microthecum var. phoeniceum (L.M.Shultz) Reveal
Eriogonum microthecum var. simpsonii (Benth.) Reveal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriogonum microthecum has small yellow flowers, each with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum microthecum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings in spring or summer. Seeds can also be used, but they require stratification.

Where to Find Eriogonum microthecum

Eriogonum microthecum can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Oregon.

Eriogonum microthecum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum microthecum?

Eriogonum microthecum

What is the common name of Eriogonum microthecum?

Microthecum's Buckwheat

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum microthecum?

Dry, rocky slopes and ridges

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