Oxybasis rubra (syn. Chenopodium rubrum), common names red goosefoot or coastblite goosefoot, is a member of the genus Oxybasis, a segregate of Chenopodium (the goosefoots). It is native to North America and Eurasia. It is an annual plant.
Pigweed generally has good resistance to disease and is not highly susceptible to illnesses. Still, it can be affected by pests and diseases present in its environment, though these issues are typically not severe. Care-wise, the plant needs a moderate level of maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to keep a neat appearance and support healthy growth. Applying fertilizer can also encourage flowering. Pigweed is suitable for people who have outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand extensive gardening experience. It may need more attention when cultivated indoors.
How to keep Chenopodium Rubrum.
Light
Pigweed is a sun-loving plant that thrives in environments with ample natural light. It originated in habitats characterized by abundant brightness. Insufficient light can impede its growth, while excessive light can cause damage. Nevertheless, it typically tolerates extremes quite well.
Temperature
Pigweed can endure a wide spectrum of temperatures, but its range may still be restricted by different combinations of moisture and heat. It performs best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or irrigation. Long stretches of cloudy, rainy weather, as well as extended high temperatures, can raise the chance of Pigweed dying. In winter, adequate protection from cold can increase the plant's survival.
Fertilizer
Pigweed benefits from regular, light applications of fertilizer to encourage healthy leaf growth. Fertilize Pigweed about once a month during the summer. Nitrogen is vital for foliage, and providing nitrogen-rich sources helps Pigweed thrive.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Chenopodium
- Family
- Amaranthaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 3-9
- Mature Height
- 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm
- Leaf Color
- Green, Blue, Red
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Red
- Flower Size
- 2.54 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
- Native Area
- Egypt, Sweden, Austria, Mexico, Slovakia, Slovenia, Croatia, Belarus, Uzbekistan, Russia, Germany, Estonia, Romania, Latvia, Belgium, Netherlands, France, Tajikistan, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Bulgaria, Poland, Armenia, Ukraine, Lebanon, China, Lithuania, Norway, Afghanistan, Syria, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Denmark, Mongolia, Israel, Finland, Iran, Albania, Ireland, United Kingdom, Hungary, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan
Other names.
