Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
pallidiflorus
ID:
531055

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Fragm. 1: 140 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530387



Common Names

  • Amaranthus pallidiflorus
  • Pale-flowered Amaranth
  • Pale-flowered Pigweed


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Synonyms

  • Amaranthus pallidiflorus viridiflorus Thell. [unknown]

Description

Amaranthus pallidiflorus (also called pale-flowered amaranth, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has an erect habit with erect stems and grows up to 1.2 m tall. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, greenish-white flowers. It is found in moist, disturbed sites, roadsides, and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Amaranthus pallidiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amaranthus pallidiflorus has small, greenish-white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amaranthus pallidiflorus is an annual herb native to Central and South America. It can be grown from seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers a sunny position and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Amaranthus pallidiflorus

Amaranthus pallidiflorus is native to South America and is found in moist, open areas.

Amaranthus pallidiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amaranthus pallidiflorus?

Amaranthus pallidiflorus

What are the common names of Amaranthus pallidiflorus?

Common names of Amaranthus pallidiflorus include Pale-flowered Amaranth, Pale-flowered Pigweed, and Pale-flowered Waterhemp.

Where is Amaranthus pallidiflorus found?

Amaranthus pallidiflorus is found in North America, Central America, and South America.

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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