Large Calyx Goosefoot

Overview

Large Calyx Goosefoot, or Chenopodium berlandieri var. macrocalycium, is a perennial plant that can be found growing in dry, sunny areas of North America. Its bright green leaves are shaped like geese feet, earning its common name. The flowers are greenish-pink and are held upright by long, erect stems. The showy inflorescence, which attracts hummingbirds, consists of a large calyx surrounding the female pistils. Large Calyx Goosefoot's fruit is edible and has a sweet taste, although its growth habit makes harvesting difficult. It can be a challenge to garden with, as it obtains a large footprint in the landscape due to its sprawling, spreading stems.

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