Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
mendelii
ID:
602179

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Dvorák

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 101: 367 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601511

Common Names

  • Chenopodium mendelii
  • Mendel's Goosefoot
  • Mendel's Lambsquarters

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Description

Chenopodium mendelii (also called Mendel's Goosefoot, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Central and South America. It typically grows to a height of 0.3-1.2 m, with a slender stem and alternate, ovate to lanceolate leaves. It is found in moist disturbed habitats, such as roadsides and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Chenopodium mendelii is an edible plant that is often used in salads, soups, and stews. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties. It is also used as a natural dye, as it can be used to make a blue-green dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chenopodium mendelii has small, white, tubular flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chenopodium mendelii is an annual herb native to North and South America. It can be propagated by seed. To cultivate Chenopodium mendelii, provide it with full sun and well-draining soil. It prefers temperatures between 60-70°F (15-21°C).

Where to Find Chenopodium mendelii

Chenopodium mendelii can be found in North and South America, Europe, and parts of Asia and Africa.

Chenopodium mendelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chenopodium mendelii?

Chenopodium mendelii

What is the common name of Chenopodium mendelii?

Mendel's Goosefoot

What is the natural habitat of Chenopodium mendelii?

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,

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