Winged Buckwheat (Eriogonum Alatum) is a perennial herb in the Polygonaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Eriogonum alatum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western Great Plains of North America, known for its slender stems and airy clusters of yellow flowers.

Winged Buckwheat

Winged Buckwheat

Eriogonum Alatum

Eriogonum alatum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the western Great Plains of North America, known for its slender stems and airy clusters of yellow flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Winged Buckwheat

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Polygonaceae
Genus:Eriogonum