Hoary Goosefoot

Overview

Hoary Goosefoot (Chenopodium incanum) is an annual plant species native to the Mediterranean region and parts of southwestern Asia. It belongs to the Amaranthaceae plant family. It has long, upright stem covered with white-grey hairs giving it a unique hoary appearance. Its leaves are greyish-green spatulate shape and its flowers are small, greenish-white, in clusters on the upper portion of the stem. The plant is edible and has many culinary uses. The leaves are also traditionally used as medicinal herbs for treating coughs and stomach issues. Hoary Goosefoot is tolerant to drought and can usually found in sandy and dry grounds.

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