Chenopodium murale is the universally accepted name for this widespread weed species which is found in more than 43 countries. The generic name, Chenopodium, is derived from the Greek words khen (= goose) and pous (= foot) and describes the shape of the leaves. Two varieties are known; microphyllum Boiss and humile Peterm (Zohary, 1966).
An easily grown plant, succeeding in most soils but disliking shade. It prefers a moderately fertile soil
