Amaranthus caudatus Love lies bleeding (Amaranthaceae)

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Amaranthus caudatus
Love lies bleeding
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The Amaranthus caudatus plant species is found in Tropics. It is a member of the Amaranthaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Love lies bleeding.

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Latin Name:  Amaranthus caudatus
Common Name:  Love lies bleeding
Family:  Amaranthaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  No members of this genus are known to be poisonous, but when grown on nitrogen-rich soils they are known to concentrate nitrates in the leaves. This is especially noticeable on land where chemical fertilizers are used. Nitrates are implicated in stomach cancers, blue babies and some other health problems. It is inadvisable, therefore, to eat this plant if it is grown inorganically.

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:  0.45

Habitat:  A weed of cultivated ground[145].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow late spring in situ. An earlier sowing can be made in a greenhouse and the plants put out after the last expected frosts. Germination is usually rapid and good if the soil is warm[133]. A drop in temperature overnight aids germination[133]. Cuttings of growing plants root easily[206].

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