Redroot Amaranth (Amaranthus retroflexus) is a fast-growing annual herb known for its reddish taproot and edible leaves and seeds. It is a common, highly adaptable weed i
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Sunlight
Full sun
Watering
Moderate to high
Soil
Well-drained, fertile loam
Temperature
Warm
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low to moderate
Full sun
Moderate to high
Well-drained, fertile loam
Warm
Outdoor
Low to moderate
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.3-2.5 m
Spread
0.3-1 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
Tiny
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Edible
Yes
Contains oxalates and nitrates, which can be harmful to livestock in large quantities. Cooking reduces oxalate levels for human consumption.
