This species of Amaranth is native to South America, but was introduced to other continents, and is a highly regarded leaf vegetable in A...Read Morefrican and Asian cultures. This plant is easily grown from seed, and can be container grown in clusters in suitably sized containers, and thrives in commercial peat-based potting mixes. The plant appreciates direct sun and adequate moisture, and is very easy and forgiving to grow.
There are different varieties of this plant, with the red/green bicolor variety being particularly favored in Southeast Asia for both its ornamental and culinary value. Leaves have a mild flavor, and are suitable for both salads and cooking.
NOTE: Members of this genus SHOULD NOT be given generous doses of nitrate-based commercial fertilizers, as they tend to concentrate nitrates in their leaves.
This species of Amaranth is native to South America, but was introduced to other continents, and is a highly regarded leaf vegetable in A...Read More