Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
bonus-henricus
ID:
601790

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 218 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601122

Common Names

  • Good King Henry
  • Fat Hen
  • Lamb's Quarters

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Synonyms

  • Agathophytum bonus-henricus (L.) Moq. [unknown]
  • Agatophyton bonus-henricus (L.) E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Anserina bonus-henricus (L.) Dumort. [unknown]
  • Atriplex bonus-henricus (L.) Crantz [unknown]
  • Blitum bonus-henricus (L.) Rchb. [unknown]
  • Blitum bonus-henricus alpinum (DC.) Moq. [unknown]
  • Blitum bonus-henricus erosum Moq. [unknown]
  • Blitum perenne Bubani [unknown]
  • Chenopodium bonus-henricus alpinum DC. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium hastatum St.-Lag. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium ruderale Kit. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium ruderale St.-Lag. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium sagittatum Lam. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium spinacifolium Stokes [unknown]
  • Chenopodium triangulare Dulac [unknown]
  • Chenopodium triangularifolia Gilib. [unknown]
  • Orthosporum bonus-henricus (L.) T.Nees [unknown]
  • Orthospermum bonus-henricus (L.) Schur [unknown]

Description

Chenopodium bonus-henricus (also called 'Good King Henry', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a herbaceous annual plant that grows in disturbed soils, such as roadsides and fields. It has small, green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chenopodium bonus-henricus is used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments. It is also used as a food source and as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chenopodium bonus-henricus is a small, greenish-white flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chenopodium bonus-henricus is an annual plant that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed.

Where to Find Chenopodium bonus-henricus

Chenopodium bonus-henricus can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Chenopodium bonus-henricus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chenopodium bonus-henricus?

Chenopodium bonus-henricus

What type of plant is Chenopodium bonus-henricus?

Annual herb

Where does Chenopodium bonus-henricus grow?

North America, Europe, and Asia

Species in the Chenopodium genus

Chenopodium acerifolium, Chenopodium acuminatum, Chenopodium adpressifolium, Chenopodium albescens, Chenopodium album, Chenopodium allanii, Chenopodium amurense, Chenopodium antarcticum, Chenopodium atripliciforme, Chenopodium atrovirens, Chenopodium auricomiforme, Chenopodium auricomum, Chenopodium ayare, Chenopodium badachschanicum, Chenopodium berlandieri, Chenopodium binzianum, Chenopodium bohemicum, Chenopodium bonus-henricus, Chenopodium bryoniifolium, Chenopodium californicum, Chenopodium capitatum, Chenopodium carnosulum, Chenopodium chaldoranicum, Chenopodium chenopodioides, Chenopodium cordobense, Chenopodium cornutum, Chenopodium coronopus, Chenopodium covillei, Chenopodium crusoeanum, Chenopodium cuneifolium, Chenopodium curvispicatum, Chenopodium cyanifolium, Chenopodium cycloides, Chenopodium dadakovae, Chenopodium desertorum, Chenopodium desiccatum, Chenopodium detestans, Chenopodium diversifolium, Chenopodium erosum, Chenopodium eustriatum, Chenopodium exsuccum, Chenopodium fallax, Chenopodium fasciculosum, Chenopodium ficifoliiforme, Chenopodium ficifolium, Chenopodium flabellifolium, Chenopodium foggii, Chenopodium foliosum, Chenopodium fremontii, Chenopodium frigidum,

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

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