Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
leptocladon
ID:
675702

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Pacif. Railr. Rep. Beckwith & Gunnison, Bot. 2(1): 129 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675034

Common Names

  • Leptocladon Buckwheat
  • Leptocladon Wild Buckwheat
  • Leptocladon Wildflower

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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum effusum leptocladon S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum effusum shandsii S.Stokes [unknown]
  • Eriogonum microthecum leptocladon (Torr. & A.Gray) Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Eriogonum leptocladon leptocladon [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum leptocladon (also called Slenderstem Buckwheat, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is found in the Great Basin, Mojave Desert and Sonoran Desert.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum leptocladon is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriogonum leptocladon var. ramosissimum (Eastw.) Reveal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum leptocladon is a small, white to pinkish-white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, shiny, three-angled nutlet. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves and a slender, erect stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum leptocladon is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings in spring or summer. Seeds can also be used, but they require stratification.

Where to Find Eriogonum leptocladon

Eriogonum leptocladon is native to the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and chaparral.

Eriogonum leptocladon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum leptocladon?

Eriogonum leptocladon

What is the common name of Eriogonum leptocladon?

Slender-branched Buckwheat

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum leptocladon?

Dry, rocky slopes and ridges

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-2796189: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.