Branched Eriogonum
Eriogonum pauciflorum
Last reviewed: August 2026
Toxicity unknown
Branched Eriogonum (Eriogonum pauciflorum) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
CO, MT, ND, NE and 2 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
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Few-flowered buckwheat is a compact native perennial that forms neat, low mounds perfect for rock gardens and dry borders. It produces clusters of small white to pink flowers from June through August above gray-green foliage.
In an HOA neighborhood
Branched Eriogonum is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
This plant attracts native bees and beetles during its summer blooming period. The flowers provide nectar for pollinators while the seeds feed small birds.
Common questions
- How much sun does Branched Eriogonum need?
- Branched Eriogonum grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Branched Eriogonum bloom?
- Branched Eriogonum blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Branched Eriogonum native?
- Branched Eriogonum (Eriogonum pauciflorum) is native to CO, MT, ND, NE and 2 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Branched Eriogonum attract?
- Branched Eriogonum draws bees and beetles.
- Is Branched Eriogonum HOA-friendly?
- Branched Eriogonum is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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