Chenopodium twisselmannii
Family: Amaranthaceae · Native
Chenopodium twisselmannii is a native California plant in the Amaranthaceae family.
Chenopodium twisselmannii is a California native restricted to the southern Sierra Nevada High bioregion, growing in disturbed sites within meadows, forests, and rocky exposures between 2,000 and 2,800 meters elevation. Flowering from July to September, it is an erect plant up to 1.1 meters tall, openly branched from the base, with powdery, narrow lance-shaped leaves and a conical fruit that is light reddish-cream, turning brown with age.
Habitat and range
Habitat: Disturbed sites in meadows, forests, rocky exposures
Elevation: 2000--2800 m
Bloom period
Chenopodium twisselmannii blooms Jul--Sep.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chenopodium twisselmannii native to California?
Yes. Chenopodium twisselmannii is native to California (recorded as native).
When does Chenopodium twisselmannii bloom?
Chenopodium twisselmannii blooms Jul--Sep.
What plant family does Chenopodium twisselmannii belong to?
Chenopodium twisselmannii is in the Amaranthaceae family, genus Chenopodium.
What habitat does Chenopodium twisselmannii grow in?
Chenopodium twisselmannii grows in Disturbed sites in meadows, forests, rocky exposures.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora
Last updated 2026-09-30
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