Chenopodium acuminatum
Chenopodium acuminatum
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IOverview
Overview
Chenopodium acuminatum, commonly known as lamb's quarters, is an annual plant native to regions including Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, China North-Central, and China Southeast. This member of the goosefoot family thrives in full sun with moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). Growing up to 0.6 meters tall, it is known for its edible leaves and seeds, making it a valuable resource in areas where it grows naturally. Its adaptability across various habitats from East European Russia to Vietnam highlights its widespread presence in temperate and subtropical regions.
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What is Chenopodium acuminatum?
Chenopodium acuminatum, commonly known as lamb's quarters, is an annual plant native to regions including Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, China North-Central, and China Southeast. This member of the goosefoot family thrives in full sun with moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Chenopodium acuminatum thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). This annual plant grows to a height of 0.6 meters and can be propagated by seed. It is hardy in temperate regions and is native to various parts of Asia including Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, China North-Central, and China Southeast. The edible parts are the leaves and seeds.
Light
Full sun
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Life cycle
Annual
Mature size
0.6 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Chenopodium acuminatum for the first time
8steps
Start with simple soil and full sun, perfect for a beginner gardener.
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What you'll need
Seeds or seedlings, a small trowel, and a watering can.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost, when soil is warm.
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Soil and container prep
Choose a spot with full sun. Use well-draining soil that's light or medium.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in rows, spacing them about 30 cm apart. Alternatively, start indoors and transplant after danger of frost passes.
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First two weeks
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Thin seedlings to 30 cm apart once they have several leaves.
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Ongoing care
Water regularly, especially during dry spells. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune occasionally to encourage bushy growth. Harvest young leaves for cooking when needed.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy clay soil, neglecting to thin seedlings.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:LeavesSeed
Edible uses: The leaves and seeds of Chenopodium acuminatum are edible. The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked, while the seeds are often used in cooking after being dried. SKIP
Other uses:Dye
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
26 native · 2 introduced
Distribution
26 native · 2 introducedDistribution across2 continents· 26 native· 2 introduced
Europe2 regions
native (1)Russia
introduced (1)Bulgaria
Asia9 regions
native (9)ChinaJapanKazakhstanMongoliaPhilippinesSouth KoreaTaiwanTurkmenistanVietnam
Broader regions
native:South China Sea, Buryatiya, Chita, Irkutsk, Krasnoyarsk, Nansei-shoto, Primorye, Tuva, Amur, Altay
introduced:Czechoslovakia
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