Chenopodium giganteum
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Chenopodium giganteum
Also known as:
Tree spinach
Images:
Google Images
Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer
Format:
Smal
Height:
2.40 m
Width:
- m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Seed
Leaves, Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye, Wood
Dye, Wood
Description
The leaves of this plant can be cooked and are of high quality; they can serve as a replacement for spinach. However, the raw leaves should be eaten in moderation due to potential toxicity. The seeds can also be cooked and ground into powder. This powder can be mixed with wheat or other grains to make, for example, bread. The seeds are small (about 1.5 mm in diameter) and should be soaked in water overnight and rinsed well before use to remove any saponins.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/08
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Arbutus unedoxaera Strawberry Tree |
Enhances soil nutrients and improves soil structure. |
|
Asimina triloba Papaw |
Provides shade and reduces competition for light. |
|
Broussonetia kazinoki Kozo |
Acts as a windbreak, protecting Chenopodium from strong winds. |
|
Broussonetia papyrifera Paper Mulberry |
Improves moisture retention in the soil. |
|
Cudrania tricuspidata Silkworm Thorn, Storehousebush |
Attracts beneficial insects for pollination and pest control. |
|
Cydonia oblonga Quince |
Provides edible fruit and enhances biodiversity. |
|
Diospyros kaki Persimmon |
Increases organic matter in the soil through leaf litter. |
|
Diospyros lotus Date Plum |
Offers shade and creates a favorable microclimate. |
|
Diospyros virginiana American Persimmon |
Helps control soil moisture and prevents erosion. |
|
Eriobotrya japonica Loquat |
Brings additional foliage for nutrient cycling. |
|
Ficus carica Fig |
Provides shade, reducing temperature extremes. |
|
Halesia carolina Silver-bell tree |
Attracts beneficial pollinators, enhancing fruit set. |
|
Hovenia dulcis Japanese Raisin Tree |
Contributes to soil health through organic matter. |
|
Malus domestica Apple |
Provides edible fruit, enhancing food diversity. |
|
Malus prunifolia Chinese Apple, Plumleaf crab apple |
Encourages biodiversity by providing habitat. |
|
Malus sylvestris Crab Apple, European crab apple |
Attracts wildlife, promoting ecological balance. |