Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
fasciculosum
ID:
601931

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aellen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 24: 344 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000601263

Common Names

  • Fascicled Goosefoot
  • Fascicled Chenopodium
  • Fascicled Pigweed

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Description

Chenopodium fasciculosum (also called 'Clustered Goosefoot', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is native to North America, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats. It is an annual plant, and has small, green, oval-shaped leaves and small, green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Chenopodium fasciculosum is a popular ornamental plant used in homes and gardens. It is also used as a natural insect repellent, as it emits a strong smell that repels insects.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Chenopodium fasciculosum var. schimperi (Asch.) M.G.Gilbert

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chenopodium fasciculosum 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 fasciculosum is a perennial plant that is easy to grow in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Chenopodium fasciculosum

Chenopodium fasciculosum can be found in Europe, North America, and parts of Asia.

Chenopodium fasciculosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chenopodium fasciculosum?

Chenopodium fasciculosum

What type of plant is Chenopodium fasciculosum?

Annual herb

Where is Chenopodium fasciculosum native to?

South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2717306: Based on the initial data import
Paul Aellen (1896-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aellen' in the authors string.