Eriogonum alatum Winged buckwheat (Polygonaceae)

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Eriogonum alatum
Winged buckwheat
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The Eriogonum alatum plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - Nebraska to Texas, west to Colorado and California. It is a member of the Polygonaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Winged buckwheat.

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Latin Name:  Eriogonum alatum
Common Name:  Winged buckwheat
Family:  Polygonaceae
Author:  Torr.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.75   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Plains[235].

Medicinal Information: The plant has been used in the treatment of pain and also to make a lotion to treat rashes[155, 257]. A cold infusion of the root has been used to treat darrhoea and bad coughs[257]. It has also been used as a mouthwash for sore gums[257]. The powdered root has been mixed with oil and used as a dressing on a baby's sore navel[257].

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