Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
praeacutum
ID:
602325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Murr

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Deutsche Bot. Monatsschr. 19: 52 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601657



Common Names

  • Good King Henry
  • Fat Hen
  • Lamb's Quarters


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Synonyms

  • Chenopodium praeacutum paniculoglomeruliferum F.Dvorák [unknown]
  • Chenopodium praeacutum peduncularifolium F.Dvořák [unknown]

Description

Chenopodium praeacutum (also called 'Sharp-leaved Goosefoot', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is native to North America and typically grows in dry, disturbed soils. It is an annual plant, meaning it completes its life cycle within one growing season. It has a rosette of green, oval-shaped leaves with small, green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chenopodium praeacutum is used as a food source, as a medicinal plant, and as a soil fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chenopodium praeacutum has small, greenish-white flowers that are clustered together in small, dense clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chenopodium praeacutum is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is best to sow the seeds in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Chenopodium praeacutum

Chenopodium praeacutum is native to parts of Europe and Asia, including Russia, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan. It can be found in disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, fields, and waste areas.

Chenopodium praeacutum FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Chenopodium praeacutum?

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

What is the optimal humidity for Chenopodium praeacutum?

Chenopodium praeacutum prefers a humidity of 50-70%.

What is the optimal light for Chenopodium praeacutum?

Chenopodium praeacutum 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,

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