Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
reniforme
ID:
676025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & Frém.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Rep. Exped. Rocky Mts. : 317 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675357

Common Names

  • Reniform Buckwheat
  • Reniform Eriogonum
  • Reniform Wild Buckwheat

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Description

Eriogonum reniforme (also called Kidney-Leaved Buckwheat, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to California and Baja California. It grows in dry, rocky soils in chaparral, coastal sage scrub, and other dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum reniforme is used for erosion control and as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for its medicinal properties as it is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum reniforme is small and yellow. Its seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum reniforme is an evergreen perennial that grows in clumps and can reach up to 30 cm in height. It has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Eriogonum reniforme

Eriogonum reniforme can be found in dry, rocky slopes in the western United States.

Eriogonum reniforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum reniforme?

Eriogonum reniforme

What is the common name of Eriogonum reniforme?

Kidney-leaf Buckwheat

What type of plant is Eriogonum reniforme?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2796519: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
John C. Frémont (1813-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Frém.' in the authors string.