Status:
valid
Authors:
B.L.Corbin, Reveal & R.Barron
Source:
cmp
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Madroño 47(2): 134. 2001 [2000 publ. 2001]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675446
Common Names
- Spectabile Buckwheat
- Spectabile Wild Buckwheat
- Spectabile Eriogonum
Description
Eriogonum spectabile (also called Showy wild buckwheat, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to western North America. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and sagebrush. It has small, white flowers and showy, glandular leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Eriogonum spectabile 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 spectabile 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Eriogonum spectabile 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 spectabile
Eriogonum spectabile can be found in the western United States.
Eriogonum spectabile FAQ
What is the scientific name of Eriogonum spectabile?
Eriogonum spectabile
What is the growth habit of Eriogonum spectabile?
Eriogonum spectabile is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial.
What are the flowering times of Eriogonum spectabile?
Eriogonum spectabile 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
Robin Barron: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Barron' in the authors string.