Amaranthus polystachyus
Family: Amaranthaceae
What it is like
An annual herb.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It is best in a sunny position in a well-drained soil. Plants can be grown from cuttings.
Countries/locations it is found in
How it is used for food
The leaves are cooked and eaten. The seeds are cooked and eaten. Caution: It can accumulate nitrates when nitrogen fertilisers have been used.
It is only occasionally used.
Edible parts
Leaves, seeds
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seed. They germinate and grow rapidly in warm soil.
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Albersia polystachya Kunth;