Wildflowers of Tucson, Arizona
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Eriogonum polycladon - Sorrel Buckwheat Eriogonum polycladon - Sorrel Buckwheat
Scientific Name: Eriogonum polycladon
Common Name: Sorrel Buckwheat
Flower Color: Pink to pinkish white
Plant Type: Herb, Annual
Height: To 1 foot (30 cm) tall or more
Date Observed: October 30, 2004
Notes: The tiny, glabrous flowers are on erect, branched stems. The leaves are green, elliptical to oblanceolate in shape, covered with white, felt-like hair on both surfaces, and are mainly found along the lower stems. These native plants can be found growing in sandy, desert washes.
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