Eriogonum jamesii
Care consensus, photos, and the collectors growing it.
- Common name
- Antelope-sage
- Plant type
- Wildflower
- Growth habit
- Herbaceous
- Light
- Full sun
- Watering
- Low
- Temperature
- Warm
- Humidity
- Low
- Propagation
- Seed grown
- Native range
- Western United States deserts
- public plants
- 0 public plants
- collectors
- 0 collectors
What Eriogonum jamesii is
Eriogonum jamesii is an herbaceous wildflower from the desert landscapes of the Western United States. It grows low to the ground and thrives in the bright, harsh exposure of its native home.
You will notice its resilience in dry soil. It requires very little water and prefers open spaces where it can soak up the heat throughout the day.
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People and Eriogonum jamesii
How our relationship with this plant has changed over time.
- Pre-colonial
Indigenous observation
People living in the Western United States identified this plant as part of their local landscape. It served as a recognizable feature of the dry, open terrain.
- 19th century
Botanical documentation
Early botanical surveys began to record the plant during expeditions through the American West. It was cataloged as a distinct member of the regional flora.
- Modern
Garden integration
You can find this plant in gardens focused on dry-climate or native species. It has moved from the wild desert into managed spaces that mimic its natural, low-water environment.
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Frequently asked about Eriogonum jamesii
Quick answers pulled from the public catalog and care consensus above.
What is Eriogonum jamesii?
Eriogonum jamesii is a species in the Eriogonum genus. Commonly known as Antelope-sage, a wildflower, and with a herbaceous growth habit. Native to Western United States deserts.
How do you care for Eriogonum jamesii?
Reference care guidance for Eriogonum jamesii: full sun light, low watering, warm temperatures, and low humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Eriogonum jamesii?
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