Powell’s Amaranth, Green Amaranth
Amaranthus powellii is an annual plant and can reach a height of up to two meters in places with nutrient-rich soil.
Powell’s amaranth shows its inflorescences in Central Europe from July to September. It is native to North America and Central America and is a neophyte in Europe. It grows along roadsides, on embankments and in ruderal areas.
Characteristics & Description
Height, habit: Annual herbaceous plant, 20 to 200 centimeters
Poisonous: No
Origin: North America (USA, Mexico) and as an introduced species also in Africa, Australia, Europe and South America (distribution map)
USDA zone: 5 (-9.4 °F/-23 °C)
Botany
Name: Amaranthus powellii
Family: Amaranthaceae
Categories: Brown & Green Flowers | Wildflowers |
