Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
nidularium
ID:
675826

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coville

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 4: 186 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675158



Common Names

  • Nidularium Buckwheat
  • Nidularium's Buckwheat
  • Nidularium Wild Buckwheat


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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum nidularium luciense M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Eriogonum vimineum nidularium S.Stokes [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum nidularium (also called bird's nest buckwheat, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western United States, growing in dry, rocky soils in the Great Basin, Mojave Desert, and Colorado Plateau. It has a basal rosette of leaves and produces clusters of yellow flowers in the summer.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum nidularium is an ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. It has attractive foliage and flowers and can be used to attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriogonum nidularium has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a white, fuzzy appearance.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum nidularium 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 nidularium

Eriogonum nidularium can be found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Oregon.

Eriogonum nidularium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum nidularium?

Eriogonum nidularium

What is the common name of Eriogonum nidularium?

Birds Nest Buckwheat

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum nidularium?

Dry, rocky slopes in the western 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