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Low Goosefoot (Chenopodium chenopodioides)

Chenopodium chenopodioides, commonly known as Low Goosefoot, is an annual herb belonging to the Amaranth family. This plant is native to South America and has various other names and interesting characteristics.

Considerations for Pets

• The provided text mentions that some Goosefoot plants may have leaves with dense, white granules covering the upper stem. While not explicitly toxic, the presence of granules may be a concern if ingested by pets.
• Some plants of the goosefoot family are known to grow on sand, where low densities of early colonizing grasses and forbs occur.

Considerations for Children

• The provided text mentions that some Goosefoot plants may have leaves with dense, white granules covering the upper stem. While not explicitly toxic, the presence of granules may be a concern if ingested by children.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Chenopodium chenopodioides (L.) Aellen
• Common Name: Low Goosefoot
• Family: Amaranthaceae (Goosefoot Family) (formerly Chenopodiaceae)
• Synonyms:
  • Blitum chenopodioides L.
  • Chenopodium botryodes Sm.
  • Chenopodium botryodes

Distribution and Habitat

• Native to South America.
• Can be found in wetland environments.
• Grows on sand.

Morphological Characteristics

• Annual herb.
• Some plants have leaves that may have a goosefoot shape.
• The upper stem is covered with dense, white granules.
• Lower leaves may have a goosefoot shape, while upper ones are linear.
• May grow surrounding Sea Asters (Aster tripolium).

Additional Information

• Related to common quinoa.
• Also referred to as Saltmarsh Goosefoot.

Resources

• Dave's Garden (for gardening tips and ideas)