Chenopodium
Chenopodium Chenopodium
Chenopodium (pronunciation: /kɪˈnoʊpədiəm/) is a genus of numerous species of perennial or annual herbaceous flowering plants known as the goosefoots, which cosmopolitan distribution covers all continents except Antarctica.
Etymology
The name Chenopodium derives from the Greek words chen (goose) and pous (foot) or podion (little foot), in reference to the shape of the leaves in some species.
Description
Chenopodium species are characterized by their small green flowers and their grey-green leaves that are typically shaped like a goose's foot. They are often found in disturbed habitats, including roadsides, fields, and areas of high salinity.
Species
There are about 150 species of Chenopodium, including:
- Chenopodium album (Fat-hen)
- Chenopodium berlandieri (Pitseed goosefoot)
- Chenopodium quinoa (Quinoa)
Related Terms
- Amaranthaceae: The family to which Chenopodium belongs.
- Caryophyllales: The order of flowering plants that includes Chenopodium.
- Chenopodiaceae: The former family of Chenopodium, now included within Amaranthaceae.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chenopodium
- Wikipedia's article - Chenopodium
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