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Parsnipflower Buckwheat

Eriogonum heracleoides, Polygonaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Oregon False GoldenasterHeterotheca oregona
Pollinator Sharing
Sickle-keel LupineLupinus albicaulis
Nitrogen Fixation
Desert SweetChamaebatiaria millefolium
Nurse PlantWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Arrowleaf BuckwheatEriogonum compositum

Congeneric buckwheats exhibit strong competition and potential allelopathic interference

Uses

Functions

Attracts Specialist Buckwheat BeesSupports Native Mason BeesProvides Habitat For Beneficial MitesEarly Summer Nectar Source

Edible Parts

Seeds

Medicinal Uses

Kidney Support

Common Questions

What zones does Parsnipflower Buckwheat grow in?

Parsnipflower Buckwheat grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Parsnipflower Buckwheat?

Good companions for Parsnipflower Buckwheat include Oregon False Goldenaster, Sickle-keel Lupine, Desert Sweet.

Design guilds with Parsnipflower Buckwheat and see companion relationships visually.

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