Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
umbellatum
ID:
676238

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Ann. Lyceum Nat. Hist. New York 2: 241 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675570



Common Names

  • Umbel Buckwheat
  • Umbellatum Buckwheat
  • Umbellatum Eriogonum


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Description

Eriogonum umbellatum (also called Sulphur Flower, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the western United States, growing in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and chaparral. It is a low-growing plant, with small, yellow flowers in the summer, and small, gray-green leaves. It grows in a clump, and can reach up to 1 foot in height.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum umbellatum is used for erosion control and as an ornamental plant in gardens. It also has medicinal properties and is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Eriogonum umbellatum var. aureum (Gand.) Reveal
Eriogonum umbellatum var. bahiiforme (Torr. & A.Gray) Jeps.
Eriogonum umbellatum var. cladophorum Gand.
Eriogonum umbellatum var. cognatum (Greene) Reveal
Eriogonum umbellatum var. covillei (Small) Munz & Reveal
Eriogonum umbellatum var. dichrocephalum Gand.
Eriogonum umbellatum var. dumosum (Greene) Reveal
Eriogonum umbellatum var. ellipticum (Nutt.) Reveal
Eriogonum umbellatum var. glaberrimum (Gand.) Reveal
Eriogonum umbellatum var. haussknechtii (Dammer) M.E.Jones
Eriogonum umbellatum var. hypoleium (Piper) C.L.Hitchc.
Eriogonum umbellatum var. majus Hook.
Eriogonum umbellatum var. minus I.M.Johnst.
Eriogonum umbellatum var. modocense S.Stokes
Eriogonum umbellatum var. munzii Reveal
Eriogonum umbellatum var. nevadense Gand.
Eriogonum umbellatum var. porteri S.Stokes
Eriogonum umbellatum var. smallianum S.Stokes
Eriogonum umbellatum var. speciosum S.Stokes
Eriogonum umbellatum var. subaridum S.Stokes
Eriogonum umbellatum var. torreyanum M.E.Jones
Eriogonum umbellatum var. versicolor S.Stokes

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Eriogonum umbellatum is a yellow-greenish color and has a bell-shaped form. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-greenish color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum umbellatum 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 umbellatum

Eriogonum umbellatum is found in the western United States, primarily in California, Nevada, and Utah.

Eriogonum umbellatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum umbellatum?

Eriogonum umbellatum

What is the common name of Eriogonum umbellatum?

Umbel Buckwheat

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum umbellatum?

Dry, rocky slopes and ridges in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada and Cascade Range

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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