lamb's quarters
The term 'lamb's quarters' refers to several edible herbaceous plants, commonly found in disturbed soils and often used in cooking for their spinach-like flavor.
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Definition
C1Botany
(technical)A group of plants within the genus Chenopodium, characterized by triangular or diamond-shaped leaves and often found in disturbed soils.
Example
- Lamb's quarters can grow up to seven feet tall and are commonly seen along roadsides and newly cultivated land.
B2Culinary
(informal)A wild green, known for its mild, spinach-like flavor, often used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.
Example
- Younger leaves of lamb's quarters are great in salads, while older leaves are better cooked.
B2Agriculture
(informal)An annual herbaceous plant, sometimes considered a weed, but also valued for its nutritious leaves and seeds.
Example
- Despite being considered a weed, lamb's quarters are cultivated for their high-protein seeds.
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