Help to ID plants

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  1. lavalos

    lavalos Active Member

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    I Need help to ID plants. The first picture shows two plants on the left and center that I think may be weeds but am not sure. The second picture shows a closer view of one of them. This last one is starting to show small flower heads.

    Any help? Thanks
     

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  2. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    A species of Chenopodium, probably Fat-hen Chenopodium album. Generally considered a weed, but can be eaten like spinach while still young and tender.
     
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    Cereusly Steve Active Member

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    Definitely Chenopodium album.

    Didn't you notice the distinctive smell? Rub a leaf between your fingers.
     
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    I agree Chenopodium album, I've always known it as Lambs Quarters. We used to eat them a lot when I was a kid. Pick before they flower and boil like spinach, pretty tasty!
     
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  5. lavalos

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    Thanks. It's gone
     
    lavalos, Aug 30, 2008
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