Eriogonum giganteum var. formosum - San Clemente Island Buckwheat (Plant) Los Nogales Nursery Spreads by rhizomes to form

Spreads by rhizomes to form a thicket

A nice specimen for bonsai

and artful gardens

and combines the density of the native species with the fast growth of the other

Eriogonum giganteum var. formosum - San Clemente Island Buckwheat (Plant) Los Nogales Nursery Spreads by rhizomes to formA rare variety of Eriogonum giganteum from San Clemente Island. Slightly smaller than St. Catherine's Lace, with fuzzier leaves. Large umbels of flowers attract birds and pollinators. Plant Characteristics Family Name Polygonaceae Species Name Eriogonum giganteum var. formosum Common Name San Clemente Island Buckwheat Plant Type Perennial Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color White, Cream,