What is Amaranthus hybridus in english?
- Amaranthus hybridus
Red amaranth (Amaranthus hybridus) is an annual flowering plant of the genus Amaranthus cultivated for its tender shoots, leaves, and sprouted seeds. It is native to North America and is possibly a hybrid of Amaranthus powellii and Amaranthus cruentus. It is now grown worldwide as a grain crop as well as a leafy vegetable. It is also used as an ornamental.
In English, Amaranthus hybridus is known by Prince’s feather, Red amaranth, or Spleen amaranth.
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