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Chenopodium atrovirens Care Guide
Care guide for Chenopodium atrovirens: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.
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Care at a glance
LightPlenty of light; some direct sun is tolerated.
WaterWater roughly every 5 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings. Drought-sensitive — don't let it dry out completely.
HumidityModerate to high humidity (50-70%).
TemperatureTemperate: 12-24 °C (54-75 °F).
SoilWell-draining mix, slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0).
Growthfast growth. Mature height ~0.5 m (1.5 ft).
Origin
Native to: Alberta, Arizona, Bolivia, British Columbia, California, Colorado.
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