Status:
valid
Authors:
(Moq.) J.D.Sauer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Madroño 13: 18 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530532
Common Names
- Tuberculatus Amaranth
- Tuberculatus Amaranthus
- Tuberculatus
Synonyms
- Acnida altissima (Riddell) Moq. [unknown]
- Acnida altissima prostrata (Uline & W.L.Bray) Fernald [unknown]
- Acnida altissima subnuda (S.Watson ex A.Gray) Fernald [unknown]
- Acnida concatenata (Moq.) Small [unknown]
- Acnida subnuda (S.Watson) Standl. [unknown]
- Acnida tamariscina concatenata Uline & W.L.Bray [unknown]
- Acnida tamariscina prostrata Uline & W.L.Bray [unknown]
- Acnida tamariscina subnuda (S.Watson) J.M.Coult. [unknown]
- Acnida tamariscina tuberculata (Moq.) Uline & W.L.Bray [unknown]
- Acnida tuberculata Moq. [unknown]
- Acnida tuberculata prostrata (Uline & W.L.Bray) Lunell [unknown]
- Acnida tuberculata subnuda S.Watson in A.Gray [unknown]
- Amaranthus altissimus Riddell [unknown]
- Amaranthus ambigens Standl. [unknown]
- Amaranthus cannabinus concatenatus Moq. [unknown]
- Amaranthus miamiensis Riddell [unknown]
- Amaranthus rudis J.D.Sauer [unknown]
- Amaranthus tuberculatus prostratus (Uline & W.L.Bray) Mohlenbr. [unknown]
- Amaranthus tuberculatus rudis (J.D.Sauer) Costea & Tardif [unknown]
- Amaranthus tuberculatus subnudus (S.Watson) Mohlenbr. [unknown]
- Acnida cannabina subnuda (S.Watson) Fernald [unknown]
- Acnida cannabina prostrata (Uline & W.L.Bray) Fernald [unknown]
- Acnida tuberculata prostrata (Uline & W.L.Bray) B.L.Rob. [deprecated]
- Montelia tamariscina (Nutt.) A.Gray [unknown]
- Montelia tamariscina concatenata A.Gray [unknown]
Description
Amaranthus tuberculatus (also called rough pigweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has a bushy habit and grows to a height of about 1 meter. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are small and greenish-white. It grows in moist soils in open areas and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Amaranthus tuberculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Amaranthus tuberculatus has small, yellow flowers with a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green and have a single, long leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Amaranthus tuberculatus is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. Sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly. The plants will reach a height of 1-2 feet and will produce small, bright green leaves. Harvest the leaves when they are young and tender for the best flavor.
Where to Find Amaranthus tuberculatus
Amaranthus tuberculatus can be found in the United States, Mexico, and Central America.
Amaranthus tuberculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Amaranthus tuberculatus?
Amaranthus tuberculatus
What is the common name of Amaranthus tuberculatus?
Tuberculate Amaranth
What is the habitat of Amaranthus tuberculatus?
Dry, disturbed areas
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,