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Rocky Mountain goosefoot

Scientific Name: Chenopodium salinum

Family: Chenopodiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Annual

Other Names:

       

Rocky Mountain Goosefoot

Discover the fascinating Rocky Mountain Goosefoot, a plant with a variety of names and a presence in the western landscapes of North America.

Considerations for Pets

  • The text mentions that goosefoot is considered "weedy" and "unattractive," which could imply that it might be found in gardens or wild areas where pets explore.

Scientific Name and Common Names

  • Scientific Name: Chenopodium salinum Standl.
  • Synonym: Chenopodium glaucum var. salinum (Stanley) B. Boivin
  • Common Names: Rocky Mountain goosefoot, oakleaf goosefoot

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Kingdom: (Not explicitly mentioned, but assumed to be Plantae)
  • Family: Chenopodiaceae
  • Genus: Chenopodium
  • Species: salinum
  • Subspecies: (Referenced as Chenopodium glaucum var. salinum, indicating a variety within the species)
  • Synonyms: Oxybasis glauca subsp. salina
  • Also referenced as: Chenopodim glaucum var. salinum

Distribution and Habitat

  • Found in the Southern Rocky Mountains, including Colorado and New Mexico.
  • Native to the Rocky Mountains, the American West and Northwest, including Alaska.
  • Habitat includes dry, sunny, sandy, and rocky areas, river banks, and rarely open woods.
  • States west of the Rocky Mountains and north of the Mississippi River convergence with Ohio River.

Ecological Role

  • Considered "prolific" and "weedy," suggesting it can spread easily.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Mentioned as somewhat similar to Rocky Mountain Goosefoot/Oak-leaf Goosefoot.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The seeds are known as quinoa, a superfood.

Resources and Further Information

  • USDA PLANTS Database: http://plants.usda.gov/java/profile?symbol=CHCA4
  • Discover Life: Page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Chenopodium salinum.
  • National Museum of Natural History Collection: Photo (BY-NC-SA) of Chenopodium salinum.
  • Dave's Garden: A community sharing tips and ideas for gardens, seeds, and plants.
  • Montana Natural Heritage Program