Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
cithariforme
ID:
675267

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 23: 266 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000674599



Common Names

  • Cithariform Buckwheat
  • Cithariform Eriogonum
  • Fiddleleaf Buckwheat


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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum gracile cithariforme (S.Watson) Munz [unknown]
  • Eriogonum cithariforme cithariforme [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum cithariforme (also called Thread-leaved Buckwheat, among many other common names) is a species of wild buckwheat native to western North America. It is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial herb with small, thread-like leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as chaparral, sagebrush, and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum cithariforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, coughs, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriogonum cithariforme var. agninum (Greene) Reveal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum cithariforme is a small yellow or white star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum cithariforme is a perennial shrub that grows in dry, sandy soils in full sun. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Eriogonum cithariforme

Eriogonum cithariforme can be found in the western United States, from California to Utah.

Eriogonum cithariforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum cithariforme?

Eriogonum cithariforme

What are the common names of Eriogonum cithariforme?

No common names

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum cithariforme?

It is found in dry open woods and grasslands

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-2795754: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.