Eriogonum racemosum
Nutt.
Redroot buckwheat
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Description
A spreading herb. It grows each year from seed. It grows 30-80 cm tall. The leaves are near the base and are oblong to round. They are 2-6 cm long by 1-4 cm wide.
Edible Uses
The leaves and stems are eaten raw.
Traditional Uses
The leaves and stem are eaten raw.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA
Synonyms
Eriogonum obtusum Benth.and others
References (1)
- Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 223
