Chenopodium sandersii
Family: Amaranthaceae · Native
Chenopodium sandersii is a native California plant in the Amaranthaceae family.
Chenopodium sandersii is a California native found in the San Gabriel, San Bernardino, and Peninsular Ranges bioregions, growing in disturbed sites, washes, ridges, and openings in chaparral and yellow-pine forest between 2,000 and 3,000 meters elevation. Flowering from July to September, it grows as an erect, leafy plant 50 to 90 centimeters tall, single-stemmed or sparsely branched, with powdery lance-shaped leaves and a thin, dark yellow to brown fruit wall.
Habitat and range
Habitat: Disturbed sites, washes, ridges, openings in chaparral, yellow-pine forest
Elevation: 2000--3000 m
Bloom period
Chenopodium sandersii blooms Jul--Sep.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chenopodium sandersii native to California?
Yes. Chenopodium sandersii is native to California (recorded as native).
When does Chenopodium sandersii bloom?
Chenopodium sandersii blooms Jul--Sep.
What plant family does Chenopodium sandersii belong to?
Chenopodium sandersii is in the Amaranthaceae family, genus Chenopodium.
What habitat does Chenopodium sandersii grow in?
Chenopodium sandersii grows in Disturbed sites, washes, ridges, openings in chaparral, yellow-pine forest.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora
Last updated 2026-09-30
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