Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
incanum
ID:
602081

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) A.Heller

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Pl. World 1: 23 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601413



Common Names

  • Chenopodium incanum
  • Incanum Goosefoot
  • Incanum Chenopodium


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Synonyms

  • Chenopodium incanum incanum [unknown]

Description

Chenopodium incanum (also called Jerusalem-oak, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It grows to a height of 0.6–1.2 m and has a branched stem with alternate, ovate to rhombic-ovate leaves with a serrated margin. It is found in dry, disturbed habitats such as roadsides, fields and waste places.

Uses & Benefits

Chenopodium incanum is a popular ornamental plant used in homes and gardens. It is also used as a natural source of food, as its leaves can be eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chenopodium incanum has small, greenish-white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have a rosette of small, round, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chenopodium incanum is a fast-growing annual that can be propagated from seed. Sow seeds in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Thin the seedlings to 12-18 inches apart. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once the plants are established. Harvest the leaves when they are young and tender.

Where to Find Chenopodium incanum

Chenopodium incanum is native to the tropical rainforest of South America.

Chenopodium incanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chenopodium incanum?

Chenopodium incanum

What are the common names of Chenopodium incanum?

Inca Goosefoot

What is the growth habit of Chenopodium incanum?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate to ascending growth habit.

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-2717453: Based on the initial data import
Amos Arthur Heller (1867-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Heller' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.