Eriogonum inflatum American pipeweed (Polygonaceae)

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Eriogonum inflatum
American pipeweed
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The Eriogonum inflatum plant species is found in Western N. America. It is a member of the Polygonaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as American pipeweed.

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Latin Name:  Eriogonum inflatum
Common Name:  American pipeweed
Family:  Polygonaceae
Author:  Torr.&Gray.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Washes and mesas below 1800 metres in California[71].

Cultivation Notes: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain. The notes below are based on the needs of other members of this genus. Requires a loose lean gritty well-drained soil in a very sunny position[200]. Succeeds in dry soils. Tolerates exposed positions[200]. Requires some protection from winter wet[1]. Established plants resent root disturbance[200].

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