Amaranthus spinosus
Spiny amaranth
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The Amaranthus spinosus plant species is found in Tropical America. It is a member of the Amaranthaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Spiny amaranth.

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Latin Name:  Amaranthus spinosus
Common Name:  Spiny 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:  0.6   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Roadsides, waste places and fields in Southeastern N. America[72].

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