Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
multiflorum
ID:
675813

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 17: 413 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675145

Common Names

  • Multiflorum Buckwheat
  • Multiflorum's Buckwheat
  • Multiflorum Wild Buckwheat

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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum multiflorum multiflorum [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum multiflorum (also called Manyflower 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 multiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriogonum multiflorum var. riograndis (G.L.Nesom) Reveal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriogonum multiflorum has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white, fuzzy appearance.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum multiflorum 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 multiflorum

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

Eriogonum multiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum multiflorum?

Eriogonum multiflorum

What is the common name of Eriogonum multiflorum?

Many-flowered Buckwheat

What type of plant is Eriogonum multiflorum?

Herbaceous perennial

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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