Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
sagittatum
ID:
602414

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pandeya & A.Pandeya

Source:
cmp

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 100: 89 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601746



Common Names

  • Chenopodium sagittatum
  • Sagittatum Goosefoot
  • Arrowleaf Goosefoot


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Description

Chenopodium sagittatum (also called '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, open areas. It has small, green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chenopodium sagittatum has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and green with a single, upright leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chenopodium sagittatum is an annual plant native to South America. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Chenopodium sagittatum

Chenopodium sagittatum is native to the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Chenopodium sagittatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chenopodium sagittatum?

Chenopodium sagittatum

What is the common name of Chenopodium sagittatum?

Sagittatum Chenopodium

What is the natural habitat of Chenopodium sagittatum?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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-2717764: Based on the initial data import
Satish Chandra Pandeya (1929-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pandeya' in the authors string.
Amita Pandeya: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Pandeya' in the authors string.