Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
kennedyi
ID:
675650

Status:
valid

Authors:
Porter ex S.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 12: 263 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000674982



Common Names

  • Kennedy's Buckwheat
  • Kennedy's Wild Buckwheat
  • Kennedy's Wildflower


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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum kennedyi alpigenum Munz [unknown]
  • Eriogonum kennedyi alpigenum (Munz & I.M.Johnst.) Munz [unknown]
  • Eriogonum kennedyi kennedyi [unknown]
  • Eriogonum kennedyi kennedyi [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum kennedyi (also called Kennedy's Buckwheat, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Western United States. It has a woody base and grows in rocky soils in desert scrub and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum kennedyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The plant has a low water requirement and is drought tolerant. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriogonum kennedyi var. austromontanum Munz & I.M.Johnst.
Eriogonum kennedyi var. purpusii (Brandegee) Reveal in Munz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum kennedyi 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 kennedyi is a perennial plant that is native to California and Nevada. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 1 foot in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water it deeply and infrequently. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Eriogonum kennedyi

Eriogonum kennedyi 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 kennedyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum kennedyi?

Eriogonum kennedyi

What is the common name of Eriogonum kennedyi?

Kennedy's Buckwheat

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum kennedyi?

It is native to California, where it grows in dry, rocky areas

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-2796136: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Thomas Conrad Porter (1822-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Porter' in the authors string.