Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
opulifolium
ID:
602248

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrad. ex W.D.J.Koch & Ziz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1814

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Palat. : 6 (1814)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601580

Common Names

  • Chenopodium opulifolium
  • Olive-Leaved Goosefoot
  • Olive-Leaved Lambsquarters

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Synonyms

  • Anserina opulifolia (Schrad. ex Koch & Ziz) Montandon [unknown]
  • Chenopodium album viride (L.) Aellen [unknown]
  • Chenopodium erosum Bastard [unknown]
  • Chenopodium opulifolium orientale Murr [unknown]
  • Chenopodium opulifolium ugandae Aellen [unknown]
  • Chenopodium triangulare Forssk. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium ugandae (Aellen) Aellen [unknown]
  • Chenopodium album opulifolium (Schrad. ex W.D.J.Koch & Ziz) Batt. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium album opulifolium (Schrad. ex W.D.J.Koch & Ziz) G.Mey. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium album opulifolium (Schrad. ex W.D.J.Koch & Ziz) Maire [deprecated]

Description

Chenopodium opulifolium (also called Purple-leaved Goosefoot, 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 0.3–0.6 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 opulifolium 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 opulifolium 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 opulifolium is an annual plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by seed sown in spring or autumn. The seeds should be sown in a sunny spot in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 15-30 cm (6-12 in) apart.

Where to Find Chenopodium opulifolium

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

Chenopodium opulifolium FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Chenopodium opulifolium?

Chenopodium opulifolium prefers temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F)

What is the optimal humidity for Chenopodium opulifolium?

Chenopodium opulifolium prefers a humidity of 50-70%.

What is the optimal light for Chenopodium opulifolium?

Chenopodium opulifolium prefers bright, indirect light.

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-2717608: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Schrader (1767-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrad.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Daniel Joseph Koch (1771-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.D.J.Koch' in the authors string.
Johann Baptist Ziz (1779-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ziz' in the authors string.