Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
thunbergii
ID:
531183

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(2): 262 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530515



Common Names

  • Thunberg's Amaranth
  • Thunberg Amaranth
  • Thunberg Amaranthus


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Synonyms

  • Amaranthus albus Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Amaranthus thunbergii (also called Japanese amaranth, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has a bushy habit and grows to a height of about 1.5 meters. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are small and greenish-yellow. It grows in moist soils in open areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amaranthus thunbergii has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amaranthus thunbergii is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. Sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly. The plants will reach a height of 1-2 feet and will produce small, bright green leaves. Harvest the leaves when they are young and tender for the best flavor.

Where to Find Amaranthus thunbergii

Amaranthus thunbergii can be found in Japan and Korea.

Amaranthus thunbergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amaranthus thunbergii?

Amaranthus thunbergii

What is the common name of Amaranthus thunbergii?

Thunberg's Amaranth

What is the habitat of Amaranthus thunbergii?

Dry, disturbed areas

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,