Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
deserticola
ID:
675379

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 26: 125 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000674711

Common Names

  • Deserticola Buckwheat
  • Deserticola Wild Buckwheat
  • Deserticola Eriogonum

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Description

Eriogonum deserticola (also called Desert Buckwheat, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with a spreading, mat-forming habit. It is native to the western United States, where it can be found in dry, rocky habitats, such as chaparral and sagebrush scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum deserticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in dry areas. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum deserticola is a white or pinkish-white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped achene. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum deserticola is a perennial shrub native to California. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in autumn or spring, or take cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Eriogonum deserticola

Eriogonum deserticola is native to California and Nevada.

Eriogonum deserticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum deserticola?

Eriogonum deserticola

What are the common names of Eriogonum deserticola?

Desert buckwheat

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum deserticola?

It is found in dry, sandy areas in the deserts of the southwestern United States.

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-2795863: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.