Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
giganteum
ID:
601973

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Don

Source:
cmp

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nepal. : 75 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601305

Common Names

  • Chenopodium Giganteum
  • Giganteum Goosefoot
  • Giganteum Pigweed

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Description

Chenopodium giganteum (also called Giant Goosefoot, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to South America. It has small, greenish-brown flowers and long, thin stems. It is found in moist, grassy areas and is tolerant of cold temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Chenopodium giganteum is used as a food source, as a medicinal plant, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chenopodium giganteum is small and greenish-white in color. The seed is small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chenopodium giganteum is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers, raised beds, or directly in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks.

Where to Find Chenopodium giganteum

Chenopodium giganteum can be found in Europe, North America, and parts of Asia.

Chenopodium giganteum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chenopodium giganteum?

Chenopodium giganteum

What is the common name of Chenopodium giganteum?

Giant Goosefoot

What is the natural habitat of Chenopodium giganteum?

Disturbed habitats

Species in the Chenopodium genus

Chenopodium acerifolium, Chenopodium acuminatum, Chenopodium adpressifolium, Chenopodium albescens, Chenopodium album, Chenopodium allanii, Chenopodium amurense, Chenopodium antarcticum, Chenopodium atripliciforme, Chenopodium atrovirens, Chenopodium auricomiforme, Chenopodium auricomum, Chenopodium ayare, Chenopodium badachschanicum, Chenopodium berlandieri, Chenopodium binzianum, Chenopodium bohemicum, Chenopodium bonus-henricus, Chenopodium bryoniifolium, Chenopodium californicum, Chenopodium capitatum, Chenopodium carnosulum, Chenopodium chaldoranicum, Chenopodium chenopodioides, Chenopodium cordobense, Chenopodium cornutum, Chenopodium coronopus, Chenopodium covillei, Chenopodium crusoeanum, Chenopodium cuneifolium, Chenopodium curvispicatum, Chenopodium cyanifolium, Chenopodium cycloides, Chenopodium dadakovae, Chenopodium desertorum, Chenopodium desiccatum, Chenopodium detestans, Chenopodium diversifolium, Chenopodium erosum, Chenopodium eustriatum, Chenopodium exsuccum, Chenopodium fallax, Chenopodium fasciculosum, Chenopodium ficifoliiforme, Chenopodium ficifolium, Chenopodium flabellifolium, Chenopodium foggii, Chenopodium foliosum, Chenopodium fremontii, Chenopodium frigidum,

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2717345: Based on the initial data import
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.