Longleaf Buckwheat
Eriogonum longifolium
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Basic Information
Family: Polygonaceae
Genus: eriogonum
Plant ID (slug): eriogonum-longifolium
Numeric ID: 20354
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Eriogonum longifolium is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower from June to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Distribution
Southern N. America - southern Missouri to Texas.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Root Edible Uses: Root[61, 105, 177, 257]. No further details are given.
Medicinal Uses
Stomachic An infusion of the root has been used to treat stomach disorders[257].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Eriogonum longifolium Longleaf Buckwheat