Amaranthus mitchellii
| Amaranthus mitchellii | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Core eudicots |
| Order: | Caryophyllales |
| Family: | Amaranthaceae |
| Genus: | Amaranthus |
| Species: | A. mitchellii |
| Binomial name | |
| Amaranthus mitchellii Benth. | |
Amaranthus mitchellii is commonly known as Mitchell's amaranth[1] or boggabri weed. It is from the Amaranthaceae family. It is a generally useful plant and is said to be "edible".[2][2]
Care and habitats
These plants are required to be in sandy soil and requires moist soil and a large amount of sunlight.[2]
Location
Mainly in Australia, also in Queensland and Victoria.[2]
Characteristics
Annually grows up to 0.5m in height. Pollinated by wind and is self-fertile. Also cannot grow in the shade.[2]
Uses
Edible and can be used as dyes. Germination is very quick.[2]
References
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