Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
spathulatum
ID:
676104

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 10: 76 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675436

Common Names

  • Spathulatum Buckwheat
  • Spathulatum Wild Buckwheat
  • Spathulatum Eriogonum

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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum nudicaule ochroflorum S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum spathulatum brandegeei (Rydb.) S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum spathulatum kayeae S.L.Welsh [unknown]
  • Eriogonum spathulatum panguicense S.Stokes [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum spathulatum (also called Spatulate wild buckwheat, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant native to western North America. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and sagebrush. It has small, white flowers and spatulate, glandular leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum spathulatum is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum spathulatum is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, wiry stems and small, rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum spathulatum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Eriogonum spathulatum

Eriogonum spathulatum can be found in the western United States.

Eriogonum spathulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum spathulatum?

Eriogonum spathulatum

What is the growth habit of Eriogonum spathulatum?

Eriogonum spathulatum is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial.

What are the flowering times of Eriogonum spathulatum?

Eriogonum spathulatum typically flowers in late spring to early summer.

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-2796593: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.