Eriogonum arborescens

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Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat

Santa Cruz Island Buckwheat is an evergreen shrub with a moderate growth rate. It grows from 2-7 feet tall and 2-9 feet wide.

It’s extremely drought tolerant, and after it is established and exposed to drought-stressed in the summer, the plant still looks beautiful.

Sun: Full Sun

Water: Dry, Light

Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand

Other: Attracts Birds, Drought Tolerant

 

Ecological Value

Most buckwheats are of special value to butterflies and native bees

Container

D-16-O, D-16O, 1-Gal, D-16, D-16S, TB4

Historical Uses

Buckwheat seeds have been used to make mush or flour.

Distribution

This shrub is endemic to the Channel Islands of California

Elevation

Between 0' – 1,688'

Communities
Habitat

Dry slopes, bluffs, and canyons on Santa Cruz, Anacapa and Santa Rosa Islands. Strong marine influence.