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Common Lambsquarters

Chenopodium album

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Illustration of Common Lambsquarters (Chenopodium album)

Common Lambsquarters is a leafy green plant that resembles spinach and is often found in gardens and disturbed soils. It is edible and rich in nutrients, making it a popular wild food.

Habitat
Thrives in disturbed soils, gardens, and fields.
Diet
Leaves and seeds are edible and nutritious.
How common
Common

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