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Pringle's goosefoot
Scientific Name: Chenopodium fremontii var. pringlei
Family: Chenopodiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Fremont's Goosefoot (Chenopodium fremontii)
Chenopodium fremontii, commonly known as Fremont's goosefoot or Pringle's goosefoot, is an annual plant that belongs to the goosefoot family (Chenopodiaceae).
Considerations for Pets
- This plant produces seeds.
- It is present in gardens.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Chenopodium fremontii S. Watson
- Family: Chenopodiaceae (Goosefoot Family)
- Synonyms:
- Chenopodium fremontii S. Watson var. pringlei (Standl.) Aellen (Pringle's goosefoot)
- Chenopodium chenopodioides (L.) Aellen (buttered goosefoot, low goosefoot) - While mentioned, the text clarifies that this is an accepted name for a *different* plant.
- Chenopodium berlandieri Moq. (pitseed goosefoot) - *Chenopodium berlandieri* Moq. Aellen Pringle's goosefoot is listed for TX
- Chenopodium glaucum L. - Included in list
Distribution and Habitat
- The text indicates the plant can be found in the United States. Specific locations mentioned are LA, AR, OK, NM, and TX.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Chenopodium fremontii is an annual plant, growing up to 0.6 meters (2 feet) in height.
- Seeds ripen from September to November.
- Flowers are hermaphrodite, possessing both male and female reproductive organs.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Mentioned in context of cooking "duck breast with spiced beluga lentils, and Angus beef with heirloom carrots and goosefoot"
Additional Information
- The USDA-NRCS PLANTS database is mentioned as a source of information.
- Dave's Garden is also mentioned as a resource.