Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Amaranthaceae

Genus:

Chenopodium

Species:

Chenopodium pallidicaule

USDA Symbol:

CHPA23

Growth Characteristics

Height:

100 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Food Forest:

Contains edible parts

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

fertile, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to high-altitude Andean regions

Propagation & Germination

Germination Time:

7–14 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily in warm soil without pretreatment.