Oak-Leaved Goosefoot
Chenopodium glaucum
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IOverview
Overview
Oak-Leaved Goosefoot, scientifically known as Chenopodium glaucum, is an annual plant that thrives in moist, light to heavy soils with a pH of 7-7.5. Native to regions such as Afghanistan and Albania, this plant has spread across Europe, Asia, and parts of North Africa. It is valued for its edible leaves, shoots, and seeds, making it a useful crop in some areas. One distinctive feature of Oak-Leaved Goosefoot is its light green, oak-like leaves, which give the plant its common name. This adaptable plant can grow up to 0.3 meters tall and is found in various habitats from Central Europe to East Asia.
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What is Oak-Leaved Goosefoot?
Oak-Leaved Goosefoot, scientifically known as Chenopodium glaucum, is an annual plant that thrives in moist, light to heavy soils with a pH of 7-7.5. Native to regions such as Afghanistan and Albania, this plant has spread across Europe, Asia, and parts of North Africa.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Oak-Leaved Goosefoot thrives in light to medium soils with a pH of 7-7.5 and prefers moist conditions. It is hardy in temperate regions but can be grown as an annual. Provide it with plenty of light and well-draining soil to ensure healthy growth, reaching up to 0.3 meters tall. Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist. Harvest its edible leaves, shoots, and seeds for culinary use.
Light
8/10
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Life cycle
Annual
Mature size
0.3 m tall
Soil pH
7–7.5
For first-time growers
How to grow Oak-Leaved Goosefoot for the first time
8steps
Start with Oak-Leaved Goosefoot for a simple and rewarding gardening experience.
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What you'll need
Seeds, small pots or direct planting area, garden soil, water.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost, or start seeds indoors a few weeks earlier.
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Soil and container prep
Choose light, well-draining soil with a pH of 7-7.5. Ensure containers are at least 30 cm deep.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds 1 cm deep in the garden or start them indoors and transplant when they have two true leaves.
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First two weeks
Keep soil consistently moist. Provide light shade if direct sunlight is intense.
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Ongoing care
Water regularly, especially during dry spells. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune occasionally to encourage bushy growth. Harvest leaves as needed for cooking.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy soil, neglecting shade during hot weather.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:LeavesSeedShoots
Edible uses: The oak-leaved goosefoot is edible and its leaves, shoots, and seeds can be consumed. The leaves are often eaten raw in salads or cooked as a vegetable. Seeds can also be harvested and used in various culinary applications.
Other uses:Dye
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
30 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
30 native · 0 introducedDistribution across2 continents· 30 native
Europe12 regions
native (12)AlbaniaAustriaBelarusBelgiumBulgariaDenmarkFranceGermanyGreeceHungaryItalyRussia
Asia4 regions
native (4)AfghanistanChinaIranKazakhstan
Broader regions
native:Khabarovsk, Irkutsk, Kamchatka, Gulf States, Altay, Amur, Baltic States, Buryatiya, Chita, Czechoslovakia, Kirgizstan
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