Southern Alpine Buckwheat

Carried by 0 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Southern Alpine Buckwheat (Eriogonum kennedyi var. alpigenum) is a rare native perennial herb that grows in Southern California, primarily in the Transverse Range region.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

0.8 - 2 in Tall

Color

Cream, Pink, White

Landscaping information

Sun

Partial Shade

Water

Low, Very Low

Natural setting

Plant communities

Alpine Fell-Fields, Subalpine Forest

Wildlife supported

Bees

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 23 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Southern Alpine Buckwheat

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