Anglestem buckwheat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Anglestem buckwheat |
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Eriogonum
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angulosum
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Eriogonum angulosum, also known as anglestem buckwheat, is a type of wild buckwheat plant.
This plant grows only in central and Southern California. You can find it in many different places, like chaparral (a type of shrubland), oak forests, sagebrush areas, and even the sandy parts of the Mojave Desert. It's quite common in these areas!
What Does Anglestem Buckwheat Look Like?
Anglestem buckwheat is a plant that grows for only one year. It can have stems that spread out or stand straight up, reaching about 90 centimeters (about 3 feet) tall.
Leaves and Stems
The leaves of this plant are mostly found near the bottom of the stem. They are shaped like a spearhead and often feel quite fuzzy, almost like wool.
Flowers
Most of the plant's stem is actually part of its flower structure. This part is called an inflorescence. It has a unique angled and grooved shape. At the end of its branches, you'll find bell-shaped groups of flowers. Each tiny flower is only about a millimeter long. They are usually white, sometimes with a hint of pink, and have parts called stamens that stick out.
