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Chenopodium giganteum

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Chenopodium giganteum

Family Name: Amaranthaceae
Common Name: Magentaspreen, Tree Spinach

Name

Family Name
Genus Epithet
Species Epithet
Common Names

Classifications and Characteristics

Plant Growth Form Herbaceous Plant
Maximum Height 1.8 m to 2.4 m

Landscaping Features

Desirable Plant Features Ornamental Foliage

Plant Care and Propagation

Light Preference Full Sun
Water Preference Lots of Water, Moderate Water
Rootzone Tolerance Well-Drained Soils

Foliar

Mature Foliage Colour(s) Green, Pink
Mature Foliage Texture(s) Velvety / Furry / Tomentose

Floral (Angiosperm)

Flower Colour(s) Red

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Others

Master ID 32771
Species ID 7183
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Species record last updated on: 20 August 2021.
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