Chenopodium stenophyllum
Chenopodium stenophyllumfam. Chenopodiaceae
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Pl. A805 — Chenopodium stenophyllum
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Overview
Chenopodium stenophyllum, a member of the Chenopodiaceae family and commonly found in Inner Mongolia, Japan, and Korea, is an annual plant that thrives in full sun with moist to well-drained soil types, including light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay) soils. Known for its edible leaves and seeds, this plant serves as a valuable resource in the regions where it grows naturally. One distinctive feature of C. stenophyllum is its adaptability to various soil conditions, making it a resilient choice for gardens or agricultural use within its native range.
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What is Chenopodium stenophyllum?
Chenopodium stenophyllum, a member of the Chenopodiaceae family and commonly found in Inner Mongolia, Japan, and Korea, is an annual plant that thrives in full sun with moist to well-drained soil types, including light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay) soils.
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VCultivation
Cultivation
Chenopodium stenophyllum thrives in full sun and prefers moist conditions. It can grow in a variety of soil types, from light (sandy) to medium and heavy (clay). As an annual plant, it needs regular watering to maintain its moisture requirements. The edible parts include leaves and seeds. This plant is native to Inner Mongolia, Japan, and Korea and is hardy in temperate regions.
Light
Full sun
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Life cycle
Annual
For first-time growers
How to grow Chenopodium stenophyllum for the first time
8steps
Start with Skip as an easy-to-grow annual that thrives in full sun and various soil types.
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What you'll need
Seeds, a small trowel or scoop, a container or garden bed.
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Best time to plant
Plant Skip seeds after the last frost in spring when temperatures are warm.
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Soil and container prep
Choose a spot with well-draining soil. For containers, use a mix of light sandy, medium, or clay soil.
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Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds 0.5 inches deep in rows about 12-18 inches apart. Thin seedlings to 6-9 inches apart once they have two true leaves.
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First two weeks
Keep the soil moist and provide full sun exposure. Water regularly, especially if rainfall is scarce.
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Ongoing care
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize sparingly with a balanced organic fertilizer.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune back any leggy growth to encourage bushy foliage. Harvest leaves as needed for cooking, typically after the plant is well-established.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting too deep, neglecting regular watering.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:LeavesSeed
Edible uses: The leaves and seeds of Chenopodium stenophyllum are edible. The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked, while the seeds are typically dried before use in various culinary applications.
Other uses:Dye
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
3 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
3 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 3 native
Asia3 regions
native (3)ChinaJapanSouth Korea
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