Family: Amaranthaceae
Author: L.
Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 220 (1753)
Year: 1753
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Chenopodium
Vegetable: Unknown
Observations: Europe to SW. Siberia and Pakistan, Macaronesia to N. Africa and Sahara
Description
Arrach, scientifically known as Chenopodium vulvaria, is a distinctive plant belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. First documented in the seminal botanical work “Species Plantarum” by Carl Linnaeus in 1753, this species boasts a rich historical footprint and a geographically diverse habitat.
Native to a broad range stretching from Europe to southwestern Siberia and Pakistan, Arrach adapts well to various environments, making it a resilient species. It is also found in Macaronesia, the North African regions, and even extends into the Sahara. This widespread distribution speaks volumes about its adaptability and survival skills in different climatic and soil conditions.
The plant’s robust nature allows it to thrive in an array of habitats, from temperate regions in Europe to the more arid and challenging climates of the Sahara. Whether in lush European fields or the harsh surroundings of southwestern Siberia, Chenopodium vulvaria manages to sustain its growth and propagation.
Arrach holds a noteworthy place within the Amaranthaceae family, which encompasses a variety of species known for their ecological versatility and importance. This family’s members are often recognized for their nutritional, medicinal, and agricultural value, further accentuating the significance of Chenopodium vulvaria.
In gardening, conservation, and ecological research, understanding plants like Arrach is crucial. It not only enriches our knowledge of plant distribution and adaptability but also underscores the intricate web of biodiversity sustaining our ecosystems.
Common Names
Spa: cenizo urbano
Lit: dvokian
Dan: stinkende gåsefod
Deu: stinkender gänsefuß, übelriechender gänsefuss
Eng: stinking goosefoot, arrach, vulvaria
Fra: chénopode fétide, arroche puante, chénopode puant
Est: haisev hanemalts
Swe: haisusavikka, stinkmålla
Fin: haisusavikka
Ces: merlík smrdutý
Nno: sildemelde
Nob: sildemelde
Lav: siļķu balanda, smirdoš
Nld: stinkende ganzenvoet
Nor: stinkmelle
Cym: llygwyn drewllyd, llysgwyn drewllyd, mamog ddrewllyd, rhogai, rhoglus, troed-yr-ŵydd drewllyd, trwynsor
En: Arrach, Vulvaria, Stinking goosefoot, Dog’s orache, Stinking goose-foot, Netchweed, Stinking Motherwort, Watson’s goosefoot
Ar: قيحانيه
Be: Лебяда смярдзючая
Bg: Струпейниче
Ca: Herba sardinera, Blet pudent
Zh: 菊叶香藜
Cs: Merlík smrdutý
Da: Stinkende gåsefod
Nl: Stinkende ganzenvoet, Stinkende Ganzevoet
Et: Haisev hanemalts
Fi: Haisusavikka
Fr: Chénopode fétide, Arroche puante, Chénopode puant, Vulvaire, Herbe de bouc
De: Stinkender Gänsefuß, Stink-Gänsefuß, Übelriechender Gänsefuss, Übelriechender Gänsefuß
He: כף-אווז מבאישה
It: Brinaiola, Connina, Farinello puzzolente
Lv: Siļķu balanda, Smirdoš
Lt: Dvokian
No: Stinkmelle
Nb: Sildemelde
Nn: Sildemelde
Pl: Komosa mierzliwa
Ru: Марь вонючая
Es: Cenizo urbano, Hierba hedionda
Sv: Stinkmålla, Haisusavikka
Zh-hant: 菊葉香藜
Uk: Лобода смердюча
Cy: Troed-yr-ŵydd drewllyd, Llygwyn Drewllyd, Llysgwyn Drewllyd, Mamog Ddrewllyd, Rhogai, Rhoglus, Trwynsor
Synonyms
- Anserina foetida ((Lam.) Montandon)
- Vulvaria vulgaris (Bubani)
- Chenopodium vulvaria f. microphyllum ((Moq.) Bolzon)
- Chenopodium vulvaria var. microphyllum (Moq.)
- Chenopodium vulvaria var. rhombicum (Murr)
- Chenopodium rhombicum ((Murr) F.Dvořák)
- Chenopodium vulvaria var. incisum (Maire)
- Atriplex vulvaria ((L.) Garsault)
Distribution
- Afghanistan (native)
- Albania (native)
- Algeria (native)
- Altay (native)
- Austria (native)
- Baleares (native)
- Belgium (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Canary Is. (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- Chad (native)
- Corse (native)
- Cyprus (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- East Aegean Is. (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Greece (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Iran (native)
- Iraq (native)
- Italy (native)
- Kirgizstan (native)
- Kriti (native)
- Krym (native)
- Lebanon-Syria (native)
- Libya (native)
- Madeira (native)
- Morocco (native)
- North Caucasus (native)
- Oman (native)
- Pakistan (native)
- Palestine (native)
- Portugal (native)
- Romania (native)
- Sardegna (native)
- Saudi Arabia (native)
- Sicilia (native)
- Sinai (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Spain (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Tadzhikistan (native)
- Transcaucasus (native)
- Tunisia (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Turkey-in-Europe (native)
- Turkmenistan (native)
- Tuva (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Uzbekistan (native)
- Yemen (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Alabama (introduced)
- Amur (introduced)
- Argentina Northwest (introduced)
- Argentina South (introduced)
- Baltic States (introduced)
- Belarus (introduced)
- California (introduced)
- Chile Central (introduced)
- Chile North (introduced)
- Delaware (introduced)
- Denmark (introduced)
- Finland (introduced)
- Florida (introduced)
- Great Britain (introduced)
- Indiana (introduced)
- Ireland (introduced)
- Maryland (introduced)
- Michigan (introduced)
- Missouri (introduced)
- New South Wales (introduced)
- New York (introduced)
- New Zealand South (introduced)
- Norway (introduced)
- Pennsylvania (introduced)
- Poland (introduced)
- Primorye (introduced)
- South Australia (introduced)
- Sweden (introduced)
- Victoria (introduced)
Additional Images
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Leaf
Taken May 29, 2021 by Aude Brugel (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by Rosalyn Jones (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by Rosalyn Jones (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by Rosalyn Jones (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 11, 2022 by Rosalyn Jones (cc-by-sa)
Flower
Taken Jun 27, 2015 by EOL − Zoya Akulova (cc-by-nc)
Taken May 24, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 3, 2022 by Leslie Geringer (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 8, 2021 by joseronchel (cc-by-sa)
Taken Sep 6, 2019 by Rolland Rodari (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken May 30, 2020 by PalmOilFree (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 28, 2021 by Hendrik Falk (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 27, 2022 by pabloro (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 15, 2019 by Carolina Martinez (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 17, 2022 by moraga danny (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken Jun 11, 2007 by EOL − Luigi Rignanese (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jul 7, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 21, 2010 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 7, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 7, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken Sep 11, 2022 by Jani Zadrgal (cc-by-sa)
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Taken Sep 6, 2022 by Michelle Mateos (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 27, 2015 by EOL − Zoya Akulova (cc-by-nc)
Other
Taken Jul 12, 1887 by Tela Botanica − Herbier PONTARLIER-MARICHAL (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 31, 1874 by Tela Botanica − Herbier PONTARLIER-MARICHAL (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)
Taken Sep 1, 2022 by Kinga Kosakowska (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3083932)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:165311-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Chenopodium vulvaria L.)