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The Jerusalem Oak, scientifically known as Chenopodium botrys and belonging to the family Chenopodiaceae, is an annual plant that thrives across a wide range of climates in Asia and Europe. Jerusalem Oak (Latin: Chenopodium botrys) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Jerusalem Oak is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Jerusalem Oak is a member native to AFG, ALB, BUL, COR, CYP, and EAI. Jerusalem Oak (Chenopodium botrys) thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Jerusalem Oak grows best in full sun light, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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