Fogg's Goosefoot

Overview

Fogg's Goosefoot (Chenopodium foggii) is a herbaceous plant native to the northeastern United States. It grows in sunny, open, disturbed habitats and is tolerant of a range of soil types. Its leaves are in opposite pairs and are oval to lance-shaped, covered in soft, fine hairs. Its small, inconspicuous flowers grow in clusters in the leaf axils. This plant is often considered a weed, but its seeds are edible and have been used as a food source by Native Americans in the past. It also provides habitat for beneficial insects and can serve as a helpful ground cover in gardens.

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