Low Amaranth, Argentina Amaranth, Perennial Pigweed
Amaranthus deflexus is an annual plant with flat to semi-upright growing shoots that can be up to 50 centimeters long. The flowering period in Central Europe can last from July to October. The leaves can be plain green or dark red spotted.
Characteristics & Description
Height, habit: 20 to 50 centimeters, herbaceous plant
Life cycle: Annual
Poisonous: No
Origin: South America and as an introduced species also in Europe, North America and other regions (distribution map)
USDA zone: 6 (-0.4 °F/-18 °C)
Botany
Name: Amaranthus deflexus
Family: Amaranthaceae
Categories: Brown & Green Flowers | Wildflowers |
