Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
trichopes
ID:
676211

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Not. Milit. Reconn. : 150 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675543

Common Names

  • Trichopes Buckwheat
  • Trichopes Wild Buckwheat
  • Trichopes Eriogonum

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Description

Eriogonum trichopes (also called Bristly Buckwheat, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the western United States, growing in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and chaparral. It is a low-growing plant, with small, white flowers in the summer, and small, gray-green leaves. It grows in a clump, and can reach up to 1 foot in height.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum trichopes is a yellow-greenish color and has a bell-shaped form. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-greenish color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum trichopes 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 trichopes

Eriogonum trichopes is found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Eriogonum trichopes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum trichopes?

Eriogonum trichopes

What is the growth habit of Eriogonum trichopes?

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

What are the flowering times of Eriogonum trichopes?

Eriogonum trichopes 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,

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