Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
smithii
ID:
676099

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reveal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Great Basin Naturalist 27: 202. 1968

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675431



Common Names

  • Smith's Buckwheat
  • Smith Buckwheat
  • Smith's Wild Buckwheat


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Synonyms

  • Eriogonum corymbosum smithii (Reveal) S.L.Welsh [unknown]

Description

Eriogonum smithii (also called Smith's wild buckwheat, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to western North America. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and sagebrush. It has small, white flowers and sticky, glandular leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum smithii is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is drought tolerant and can be used to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum smithii is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with thin, wiry stems and small, rounded leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum smithii is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division or cuttings. Division can be done in early spring or fall, while cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The plant can also be propagated from seed, but it can take up to two years for the seedlings to reach maturity.

Where to Find Eriogonum smithii

Eriogonum smithii can be found in the Mojave Desert of California.

Eriogonum smithii FAQ

What type of soil does Eriogonum smithii prefer?

Eriogonum smithii prefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils.

What is the best way to propagate Eriogonum smithii?

The best way to propagate Eriogonum smithii is by seed or division.

How much water does Eriogonum smithii need?

Eriogonum smithii needs moderate amounts of water.

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,

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