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Common Buckwheat

Fagopyrum esculentum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Caryophyllales ›Family: Polygonaceae ›Genus: Fagopyrum

About

Buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum), also known as common buckwheat, Japanese buckwheat and silverhull buckwheat, is a plant cultivated for its grain-like seeds and as a cover crop. A related and more bitter species, Fagopyrum tataricum, a domesticated food plant common in Asia, but not as common in Europe or North America, is also referred to as buckwheat.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Buckwheat?
The scientific name of Common Buckwheat is Fagopyrum esculentum.
What is the conservation status of Common Buckwheat?
The Common Buckwheat has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does Common Buckwheat belong to?
Common Buckwheat belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Common Buckwheat belong to?
Common Buckwheat belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Common Buckwheat belong to?
Common Buckwheat belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Common Buckwheat belong to?
Common Buckwheat belongs to the order Caryophyllales.
What family does Common Buckwheat belong to?
Common Buckwheat belongs to the family Polygonaceae.
What genus does Common Buckwheat belong to?
Common Buckwheat belongs to the genus Fagopyrum.