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(Eriogonum latifolium)
Seaside Buckwheat (Eriogonum latifolium)
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Photo by: rappman | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: rappman | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2016-07-26T23:18:16Z |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Eriogonum latifolium, commonly known as Seaside Buckwheat, is a perennial herb that is often considered a subshrub due to its woody base. It is native to coastal bluffs, dunes, and scrublands of California and Oregon, where it is adapted to the harsh conditions of the Pacific coast. This plant exhibits a variable growth habit, typically ranging from 10 to 70 centimeters in height, influenced by exposure to strong maritime winds. Seaside Buckwheat has distinctive pale white-green leaves that are oval, woolly, and sometimes waxy, with a majority being basal. The plant is notable for its clusters of flowers that appear at the end of each branch, blooming in summer and fall. The flowers can vary in color from pink to white or red, and are quite showy, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Seaside Buckwheat is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and coastal gardens. It is also used for habitat restoration and erosion control due to its stabilizing root system. In cultivation, it requires minimal maintenance, preferring part shade to full sun and well-drained soils. While it tolerates low water conditions, occasional watering can promote more vigorous growth and flowering. Seaside Buckwheat does not typically suffer from serious disease or pest problems, but it can be sensitive to overwatering and poor drainage.CC BY-SA 4.0
Seaside Buckwheat is valued for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils, making it an excellent choice for xeriscaping and coastal gardens. It is also used for habitat restoration and erosion control due to its stabilizing root system. In cultivation, it requires minimal maintenance, preferring part shade to full sun and well-drained soils. While it tolerates low water conditions, occasional watering can promote more vigorous growth and flowering. Seaside Buckwheat does not typically suffer from serious disease or pest problems, but it can be sensitive to overwatering and poor drainage.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Subshrub
- Height: 1.5-3 feet
- Width: 1.5-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Cream, Pink, White
- Flowering Season: Fall, Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade, Full Sun
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Erosion Control, Fire Resistant, Low Maintenance, Rock Garden, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Coastal bluffs, dunes, and scrublands of California and Oregon
Other Names
Common Names: Seaside Wild Buckwheat, Coast-Buckwheat
Scientific Names: , Eriogonum latifolium, Eriogonum oblongifolium, Eriogonum latifolium subsp. typicum, Eriogonum arachnoideum, Eriogonum oblongifolium var. minus,
GBIF Accepted Name: Eriogonum latifolium Sm.