1. A poisonous plant of the amaranth family, native to Asia, that has become an invasive weed in arid regions of North America and is toxic to livestock.
Usage: botanical term; often used in agricultural and ecological contexts

Examples

• Halogeton has spread rapidly across the rangelands of the western United States.
• Ranchers must monitor their pastures for halogeton to prevent livestock poisoning.
• The halogeton plant contains oxalates that can be fatal to sheep and cattle.
• Halogeton glomeratus is the most common species found in North American deserts.
• Controlling halogeton infestations requires integrated management strategies.