Eriogonum incanum ~ Frosted Buckwheat

Eriogonum incanum is native to much of the mountainous parts of California. The gray leaves of the Frosted Buckwheat set off the brilliant yellow flowers spectacularly. Eriogonum incanum is a food source for several hairstreak butterflies. The small stature and relatively widespread distribution of the Frosted Buckwheat makes it an excellent candidate for the rock garden. Eriogonum incanum is a great addition to the butterfly garden where it is a nectar source for The Acmon Blue, Gray Hairstreak, Hedgerow Hairstreak, the Common Buckeye, the Umber Skipper Butterfly, Northern White Skipper, California Common Ringlet, Mormon Metalmark, and the Mournful Duskywing. Well drained soil will dramatically improve the chances of garden success with this beautiful buckwheat. Eriogonum incanum is a host plant for the Western Tussock Moth Caterpillar.