Fagopyrum esculentum
Schwabe India
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Author: Praveen Saxena , Snigdha Suman Dalua
Fagopyrum esculentum commonly known as buckwheat, is a versatile annual plant that ranges in height from ½ to 2½ feet. Its stem, which matures to a reddish-green hue and is ribbed, exemplifies its herbaceous nature. The stem is knotted, pubescent in lines above, round, hollow, and usually green, though it may sometimes be tinged with red. It features lateral branches that sprout from the joints, bearing alternately arranged arrow-shaped leaves. Buckwheat is adorned with clusters of white or pink 5 petalled flowers1, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
