Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
crassipes
ID:
530829

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6: 757 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530161

Common Names

  • Crassipes Amaranth
  • Crassipes Pigweed
  • Crassipes Amaranth Pigweed

Searching for Amaranthus crassipes? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Amaranthus crassipes (also called Water-spiny amaranth, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a branching stem and grows up to 1.2 m tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate. It is found in wetlands, marshes, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Amaranthus crassipes is used as an ornamental plant, as a food crop, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used to make dyes and in traditional medicine. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Amaranthus crassipes var. warnockii (I.M.Johnst.) Henrickson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Amaranthus crassipes is small, yellow and has three petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have oval shaped leaves.

Searching for Amaranthus crassipes? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Amaranthus crassipes is a fast-growing annual that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in the spring after the last frost. The seeds should be planted at a depth of 1/4 inch and spaced about 6 inches apart. Water regularly and thin out the seedlings as they grow.

Where to Find Amaranthus crassipes

Amaranthus crassipes is native to Mexico and can be found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and along rivers.

Amaranthus crassipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amaranthus crassipes?

Amaranthus crassipes

What is the common name of Amaranthus crassipes?

Water Amaranth

What is the growth habit of Amaranthus crassipes?

Amaranthus crassipes is an annual herb that grows up to 3 feet tall

Species in the Amaranthus genus

Amaranthus hunzikeri, Amaranthus acanthobracteatus, Amaranthus acanthochiton, Amaranthus adulterinus, Amaranthus albus, Amaranthus anderssonii, Amaranthus arenicola, Amaranthus asplundii, Amaranthus atropurpureus, Amaranthus aureus, Amaranthus australis, Amaranthus bahiensis, Amaranthus bigelowii, Amaranthus blitoides, Amaranthus blitum, Amaranthus brandegeei, Amaranthus brasiliensis, Amaranthus brownii, Amaranthus budensis, Amaranthus californicus, Amaranthus campestris, Amaranthus cannabinus, Amaranthus capensis, Amaranthus caracasanus, Amaranthus cardenasianus, Amaranthus caturus, Amaranthus caudatus, Amaranthus celosioides, Amaranthus chihuahensis, Amaranthus clementii, Amaranthus cochleitepalus, Amaranthus commutatus, Amaranthus congestus, Amaranthus crassipes, Amaranthus crispus, Amaranthus cruentus, Amaranthus cuspidifolius, Amaranthus deflexus, Amaranthus dinteri, Amaranthus dubius, Amaranthus fimbriatus, Amaranthus floridanus, Amaranthus furcatus, Amaranthus graecizans, Amaranthus grandiflorus, Amaranthus greggii, Amaranthus haughtii, Amaranthus hybridus, Amaranthus hypochondriacus, Amaranthus interruptus,

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,