Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
peruvianus
ID:
531083

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Schauer) Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 13(2): 487 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530415

Common Names

  • Amaranthus peruvianus
  • Peruvian Amaranth
  • Peruvian Pigweed

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Synonyms

  • Mengea peruviana Schauer [unknown]

Description

Amaranthus peruvianus (also called Peruvian amaranth, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has an erect habit with erect stems and grows up to 1.2 m tall. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves and small, greenish-white flowers. It is found in moist, disturbed sites, roadsides, and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Amaranthus peruvianus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Amaranthus peruvianus is a small, greenish-white spikelet. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are short and erect, with a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amaranthus peruvianus is a fast-growing annual plant that can reach up to 1.5 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown directly into the ground or into trays and transplanted when large enough to handle. The seedlings should be thinned to a spacing of 30 cm.

Where to Find Amaranthus peruvianus

Amaranthus peruvianus is native to South America and is found in moist, open areas.

Amaranthus peruvianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amaranthus peruvianus?

Amaranthus peruvianus

What are the common names of Amaranthus peruvianus?

Common names of Amaranthus peruvianus include Peruvian Amaranth, Peruvian Pigweed, and Peruvian Waterhemp.

Where is Amaranthus peruvianus found?

Amaranthus peruvianus is found in South America.

Species in the Amaranthus genus

Amaranthus hunzikeri, Amaranthus acanthobracteatus, Amaranthus acanthochiton, Amaranthus adulterinus, Amaranthus albus, Amaranthus anderssonii, Amaranthus arenicola, Amaranthus asplundii, Amaranthus atropurpureus, Amaranthus aureus, Amaranthus australis, Amaranthus bahiensis, Amaranthus bigelowii, Amaranthus blitoides, Amaranthus blitum, Amaranthus brandegeei, Amaranthus brasiliensis, Amaranthus brownii, Amaranthus budensis, Amaranthus californicus, Amaranthus campestris, Amaranthus cannabinus, Amaranthus capensis, Amaranthus caracasanus, Amaranthus cardenasianus, Amaranthus caturus, Amaranthus caudatus, Amaranthus celosioides, Amaranthus chihuahensis, Amaranthus clementii, Amaranthus cochleitepalus, Amaranthus commutatus, Amaranthus congestus, Amaranthus crassipes, Amaranthus crispus, Amaranthus cruentus, Amaranthus cuspidifolius, Amaranthus deflexus, Amaranthus dinteri, Amaranthus dubius, Amaranthus fimbriatus, Amaranthus floridanus, Amaranthus furcatus, Amaranthus graecizans, Amaranthus grandiflorus, Amaranthus greggii, Amaranthus haughtii, Amaranthus hybridus, Amaranthus hypochondriacus, Amaranthus interruptus,

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2633032: Based on the initial data import
Sebastian Schauer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Schauer' in the authors string.
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.