Fagopyrum tataricum Tartarian buckwheat (Polygonaceae)

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Fagopyrum tataricum
Tartarian buckwheat
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The Fagopyrum tataricum plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas. It is a member of the Polygonaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Tartarian buckwheat. Some home gardeners know the variety as Polygonum tataricum.

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Latin Name:  Fagopyrum tataricum
Common Name:  Tartarian buckwheat
Family:  Polygonaceae
Author:  (L.)Gaertn.

Known Hazards:  The plant has caused photosensitivity in some people, the dehusked grain is said to be safe.

Mature Height:  0.8   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Found at heights up to 4400 metres in the Himalayas from Pakistan to Bhutan.

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow from the middle of spring to early summer in situ. The seed usually germinates in 5 days[115]. The earlier sowings are for a seed or leaf crop whilst the later sowings are used mainly for leaf crops or green manure.

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