Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
oahuense
ID:
602230

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Meyen) Aellen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Ostenia : 100 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601562



Common Names

  • Chenopodium oahuense
  • Oahu Goosefoot
  • Oahu Lambsquarters


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Synonyms

  • Atriplex oahuensis Meyen [unknown]
  • Chenopodium oahuense discospermum Fosberg [unknown]
  • Chenopodium pekeloi O.Deg., I.Deg. & Aellen [unknown]
  • Chenopodium sandwicheum Moq. [unknown]

Description

Chenopodium oahuense (also called Oahu Goosefoot, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Hawaiian Islands. It grows to a height of 0.3–0.6 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 oahuense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Chenopodium oahuense are small, greenish-white, and grow in dense clusters. The seeds are small, black, and triangular in shape. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

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

Where to Find Chenopodium oahuense

Chenopodium oahuense can be found in Hawaii.

Chenopodium oahuense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chenopodium oahuense?

Chenopodium oahuense

What is the common name of Chenopodium oahuense?

Oahu Goosefoot

What is the natural habitat of Chenopodium oahuense?

Chenopodium oahuense is native to the Hawaiian Islands

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-2717592: Based on the initial data import
Franz Meyen (1804-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meyen' in the authors string.
Paul Aellen (1896-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aellen' in the authors string.