Amaranth

Amaranthus, collectively known as amaranth or pigweed, 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. The... more

Scientific name:

  • Amaranthus

Rank:

Also known as:

  • Amaranth leaves, raw
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Nutrients per 100g:

Nutrient Quantity per 100g
  • 2.46 g (0.0868 oz )
  • 0.33 g (0.012 oz )
  • 4.02 g (0.142 oz )
  • 1.5 g (0.053 oz )
  • 91.69 g (3.234 oz )
  • 0.215 g (0.00758 oz )
  • 0.00232 g (0.000081836 oz )
  • 0.055 g (0.00194 oz )
  • 0.05 g (0.0018 oz )
  • 0.611 g (0.0216 oz )
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Energy per 100g:

  • 97 kJ (610000000000000000 MeV )

USDA Equivalent:

  • 11003
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