Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
watsonii
ID:
531227

Status:
valid

Authors:
Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 41: 505 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530559



Common Names

  • Watson's Amaranth
  • Watson Amaranth
  • Watson Amaranthus


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Synonyms

  • Amaranthus torreyi (A.Gray) Benth. ex S.Watson [unknown]
  • Amaranthus torreyi prostratus Farw. [unknown]
  • Amaranthus torreyi suffruticosus Uline & W.L.Bray [unknown]
  • Amblogyna torreyi A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Amaranthus watsonii (also called Watson's amaranth, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a bushy habit and grows to a height of about 1 meter. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are small and greenish-white. It grows in moist soils in open areas and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amaranthus watsonii 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 watsonii 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 watsonii

Amaranthus watsonii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and the Americas.

Amaranthus watsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amaranthus watsonii?

Amaranthus watsonii

What is the common name of Amaranthus watsonii?

Watson's Amaranth

What is the growth habit of Amaranthus watsonii?

Amaranthus watsonii is an annual herb that grows up to 2 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,

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