Chenopodium album, also known as lamb's quarters, melde, goosefoot, manure weed, and fat-hen, is a fast-growing weedy annual plant that is native to most of Europe and is widely introduced in other areas such as North America and Africa.

Annual, 50 days to harvest. (White Goosefoot, Lambs Quarters) Soft, slightly downy, mucilaginous leaves are used like spinach—high in protein, calcium, and vitamin A. Dried herb good in soups. Seeds also edible and nutritious. Good bird feed. Plant prefers full sun, loose, nutrient-rich soil, and plenty of water. Direct-seed in spring or summer.

This native is a broadleaf plant of the goosefoot family. It grows in riparian and transitional areas and produces tens of thousands of seeds per plant that are enjoyed by upland birds and song birds. *** According to the USDA this species is native to the lower 48 states of the USA.***

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Chenopodium Species: album Family: Amaranthaceae Uses (Ethnobotany): Native Americans have made a flour from the dried seeds. Life Cycle: Annual Recommended Propagation Strategy: Seed Country Or Region Of Origin: Eurasia Wildlife Value:

Chenopodium Album Seeds (Lambs Quarters Seeds) Produces tens of thousands of black seeds. These are high in protein, vitamin A, calcium, phosphorus, and potassium. Chenopodium album is a fast-growing weedy annual plant in the genus Chenopodium.

Perfect for USDA zones 3–10, these gardening seeds thrive in full sun, producing tender leaves like spinach. Easy to Grow: Chenopodium album seeds require minimal care. Sow directly outdoors in well-drained soil, lightly cover, keep moist. …

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Also known as melde, goosefoot, and fat-hen. May easily self-seed. Manage to prevent spread. Best directly sown in spring. Seeds must be blanched in water several times before consuming to remove toxins. Leaves are best harvested when young.

One of the most nutritious and delicious wild greens. It likes full sun best but will grow virtually anywhere. Most gardeners will recognize it as a common self-seeding weed but try some leaves - raw, steamed, or sauteed with butter and garlic. Don't weed them all out.