Seabeach amaranth
Amaranthus pumilus
Family: Amaranthaceae
What it is like
A herb with stems that lie along the ground. It can form mats. They are red and 10-40 cm long. The leaves are fleshy and clustered near the ends of the branches. They are broadly oval and 1- 1.5 cm long. The flowers are yellow. The seeds are reddish brown and 2.5 mm across. They are shiny.
It is a threatened species.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It grows on sandy beaches.
Countries/locations it is found in
Canada, North America, USA
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds
How it is grown
Plants grow from seeds.