Amaranthus viridis
Amaranthus viridis
Amaranthus viridis (pronunciation: /æməˈrænθəs ˈvɪrɪdɪs/), commonly known as green amaranth or slender amaranth, is a plant species from the Amaranthaceae family.
Etymology
The name Amaranthus viridis is derived from the Greek words amarantos (meaning 'unfading') and viridis (meaning 'green'), referring to the plant's enduring green color.
Description
Amaranthus viridis is an annual herb with an upright, light green stem that grows to about 60–80 cm in height. The leaves are ovate to elliptical and are arranged alternately along the stem. The flowers are small, green, and arranged in dense axillary or terminal spikes.
Distribution and Habitat
Amaranthus viridis is native to the tropical regions of America but has since spread worldwide. It is commonly found in disturbed habitats, including waste areas, roadsides, and fields.
Uses
Amaranthus viridis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It is also consumed as a vegetable in many parts of the world.
Related Terms
- Amaranthaceae: The plant family to which Amaranthus viridis belongs.
- Amaranthus: A genus of annual or short-lived perennial plants. Some amaranth species are cultivated as leaf vegetables, pseudocereals, and ornamental plants.
- Annual plant: A plant that completes its life cycle, from germination to the production of seeds, within one year, and then dies.
- Herb: A plant that does not produce a woody stem and dies down to the ground after flowering.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Amaranthus viridis
- Wikipedia's article - Amaranthus viridis
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