Amaranthus retroflexus – Common Amaranth
Common amaranth (Amaranthus retroflexus) is a native annual with edible leaves, stems, and seeds. It can be found in farms and gardens where it is usually considered a weed. The plant prefers full sun and disturbed soil. Common amaranth has reddish stems, leaves with wavy edges, green flowers, and black seeds. Leaves are best harvested […]
Amaranth, Ancient Grains, Nutritious Leaves and Exasperated Farmers
Amaranth (Amaranthus spp.) plants are a collection of approximately 75 mostly annual species (several being perennial), with most having edible seeds, shoots, and leaves. They are particularly hardy, herbaceous shrubs, growing well in a variety of conditions. This has resulted in many species being referred to as weeds, especially the varieties known as ‘pigweed’. Seed […]