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Eriogonum corymbosum

Physical Characteristics

Eriogonum corymbosum is an evergreen Shrub growing to 0.3 m (1ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil. The plant can tolerates strong winds but not maritime exposure.

Distribution

Western N. America - Nebraska and Kansas to New Mexico, Utah and Arizona.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Leaves and stems - cooked[46, 61, 161]. The leaves can be boiled, mixed with water and cornmeal and baked into a bread[257]. The stems are boiled, pressed into cakes then dried and eaten with salt[270].

Medicinal Uses

A decoction of the leaves, taken three times a day, is a remedy for headache[257]. The var glutinosum was most probably used[270]. This variety was also used as a treatment for TB, or at least to treat coughs[270].

Known Hazards

None known