Redroot buckwheat
Eriogonum racemosum

Family: Polygonaceae

What it is like

A spreading herb. It grows each year from seed. It grows 30-80 cm tall. The leaves are near the base and are oblong to round. They are 2-6 cm long by 1-4 cm wide.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America, USA

How it is used for food

The leaves and stem are eaten raw.

Edible parts

Leaves, stems

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Eriogonum obtusum Benth.; and others