Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
australis
ID:
530731

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) Sauer

Source:
cmp

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Madroño 13: 15. 1955

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530063

Common Names

  • Australis Amaranthus
  • Southern Amaranthus
  • Australian Amaranthus

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Synonyms

  • Acnida alabamensis Standl. [unknown]
  • Acnida australis A.Gray [unknown]
  • Acnida cannabina australis (A.Gray) Uline & W.L.Bray [unknown]
  • Acnida cuspidata Bertero ex Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Amaranthus australis (also called Southern Amaranth, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is native to South America, and is typically found in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Amaranthus australis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source in some parts of the world.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amaranthus australis has small, yellow flowers that form clusters in the shape of a bell. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amaranthus australis is an annual plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach a height of up to 1.5 m. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Amaranthus australis

Amaranthus australis is native to South America and is found in moist, open areas.

Amaranthus australis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amaranthus australis?

Amaranthus australis

What is the common name of Amaranthus australis?

Australian Amaranth

What is the habitat of Amaranthus australis?

It is found in moist, sunny areas, such as those found in Australia.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2632694: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Friedrich (Fritz) Ludwig Ferdinand Sauer (b.1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sauer' in the authors string.