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Thunberg's Amaranth Amaranthus thunbergii

How to sow Thunberg's amaranth: Direct seed, thin seedlings to 15cm

Sun requirement for Thunberg's amaranth: Plant in Full Sun

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Amaranth is a tall annual herb with clusters of dark burgundy flowers grown for it's seeds and leaves. Young greens have a flavor similar to spinach, and seeds are high in protein like Quinoa. Amaranth seeds are often ground into flour and used as a grain alternative. The plant is heat and drought-resistant but lacks a high frost tolerance. Other members of the Amaranthus genus are used as ornamentals. Amaranthus retroflexus (commonly known as Pigweed) was cultivated by Native Americans for it's grain and is currently a widespread weed in North America.

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living and reproducing in a single year or less

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Thunberg's amaranth is a variety of amaranth

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