Amaranthus cruentus
Purple amaranth
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The Amaranthus cruentus plant species is found in Original habitat is obscure, it was probably tropical America. It is a member of the Amaranthaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Purple amaranth. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. hybridus cruentus. Thell.

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Latin Name:  Amaranthus cruentus
Common Name:  Purple amaranth
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:  
 
Habitat:  Not known in a truly wild situation.

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