Amaranthus, collectively known as amaranth, is a cosmopolitan genus of herbs. Approximately 60 species are recognized, with inflorescences and foliage ranging from purple and red to gold. Members of this genus share many characteristics and uses with members of the closely related genus Celosia.
Although several species are often considered weeds, people around the world value amaranths as leaf vegetables, cereals, and ornamentals.
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Scientific name:
- Amaranthus
Rank:
Lower classifications:
- Amaranthus acanthochiton ,
- Amaranthus albus ,
- Amaranthus anderssoni ,
- Amaranthus arenicola ,
- Amaranthus australis ,
- Amaranthus bigelovii ,
- Amaranthus blitoides ,
- Amaranthus blitum ,
- Amaranthus brownii ,
- Amaranthus californicus
Also known as:
- Amaranth leaves, raw
