Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
hybridus
ID:
530919

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 990 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530251



Common Names

  • Hybridus Amaranthus
  • Hybrid Amaranthus
  • Crossbred Amaranthus


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Description

Amaranthus hybridus (also called Green Amaranth, among many other common names) is a annual plant native to India. It is an evergreen shrub with bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist, tropical regions and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Amaranthus hybridus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is drought tolerant and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used as a bee plant and attracts a variety of pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Amaranthus hybridus sub. quitensis (Kunth) Costea & Carretero

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amaranthus hybridus has small, greenish-red flowers with three sepals and three petals. The flowers are followed by small, black, three-angled seeds. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amaranthus hybridus is an annual that can reach heights of up to 4 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 hybridus

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

Amaranthus hybridus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amaranthus hybridus?

Amaranthus hybridus

What is the common name of Amaranthus hybridus?

Tumble Pigweed

What is the lifespan of Amaranthus hybridus?

Annual

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,

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