Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feel dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage.
Water more frequently during hot, dry periods and reduce watering in cooler, less active seasons.
Chenopodiastrum erosum, commonly known as Jagged Fat Hen, is a sprawling annual herb with toothed leaves, often found in disturbed soils and waste areas.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers full sun for best growth and health, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Loam, Sand, Clay
50% intensity
Average
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Tolerates cooler conditions.
Low
25% intensity
Appreciate occasional feeding during the growing season with a diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feel dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage.
Water more frequently during hot, dry periods and reduce watering in cooler, less active seasons.
Pruning is generally not required for Chenopodiastrum erosum unless it becomes overgrown or misshapen. If desired, light pruning can be done in spring to maintain its form or remove any dead or damaged foliage.
Chenopodiastrum erosum is easily propagated by seed. Sow seeds directly into the garden bed or pots in spring after the last frost. They germinate readily in warm soil. Stem cuttings can also be taken and rooted.
Repotting is typically not necessary for Chenopodiastrum erosum as it is often grown as an annual or in its natural habitat. If grown in a container, repot only if it becomes severely root-bound, usually every 1-2 years in spring.
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Photos of Jagged Fat Hen (Chenopodiastrum erosum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Amaranthaceae |
| Genus | Chenopodiastrum |
| Species | Chenopodiastrum erosum |
Similar in genus Chenopodiastrum
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