Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
viscidulum
ID:
676367

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.T.Howell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 3: 138 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000675699



Common Names

  • Viscidulum Buckwheat
  • Viscidulum Wild Buckwheat
  • Viscidulum Eriogonum


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Description

Eriogonum viscidulum (also called Sticky Buckwheat, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to the deserts of the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico, and typically grows in sandy, dry soils.

Uses & Benefits

Eriogonum viscidulum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and attracts bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eriogonum viscidulum has small, white flowers that bloom in late summer. The seed heads are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eriogonum viscidulum is a perennial plant that is native to the western United States. It is an easy plant to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into small clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Eriogonum viscidulum

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

Eriogonum viscidulum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eriogonum viscidulum?

Eriogonum viscidulum

What is the common name of Eriogonum viscidulum?

Sticky Buckwheat

What is the natural habitat of Eriogonum viscidulum?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2796861: Based on the initial data import
John Thomas Howell (1903-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Howell' in the authors string.