Amaranth
genus of plants
Amaranth (Amaranthus species) is a cosmopolitan genus of herbs. About 60 species are recognized, with flower clusters and foliage ranging from purple and red to gold.
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| Amaranthus tricolor | |
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| Genus: | Amaranthus |
Although several species are often considered weeds, people around the world value amaranths as leaf vegetables, cereals, and ornamentals.
