Fagopyrum esculentum

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Fagopyrum esculentum

Also known as: Buckwheat

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Plant Properties

Layer: Herb layer

Format: Smal

Height: 1.50 m

Width: 0.30 m

Growth Rate: Slow

Leaf: -

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 10-12

Soil Moisture:
Moist, Permeable

Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)

pH:
Acid Neutral Basic

Light:
Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Seed

Edibility:
(4)

Medicinal:
(3)

Features:
Nitrogen, Dye, Bee plant, Fragrant

Description

Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked, similar to spinach. While they look beautiful raw, their flavor and texture improve when cooked. These leaves are a good source of rutin, making them a very healthy addition to your diet. The seeds can also be eaten raw or cooked and have a nutty flavor with a somewhat grainy texture. You can soak the seeds overnight in warm water, let them sprout, and then add them to salads. They can also be ground into a powder and used in dishes such as pancakes, noodles, bread, and even as a thickening agent in soups. Additionally, they are rich in vitamin B6. With the grain, you can even brew an excellent beer.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/08

End of Harvest: 15/09

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild	Description
Mentha x villosa alopecuroides Mentha bowles’s mint	Mint helps in repelling pests that may harm buckwheat.
Corylus avellana Hazel	Hazelnut trees can provide shade and prevent soil erosion, benefiting buckwheat.
Phyllostachys aurea Golden Bamboo, Fishpole Bamboo	Bamboo can act as a windbreak, protecting buckwheat from strong winds.
Thymus vulgaris Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme	Thyme attracts beneficial insects that can help pollinate buckwheat and control pests.
Morus nigra Black Mulberry	Tomatoes improve soil nutrients and can benefit overall garden health alongside buckwheat.