Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
greggii
ID:
530909

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 12: 274 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000530241

Common Names

  • Gregg's Amaranth
  • Gregg's Pigweed
  • Gregg's Amaranth Pigweed

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Description

Amaranthus greggii (also called Gregg's Amaranth, among many other common names) is a annual plant native to India. It is an evergreen shrub with bright green leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in moist, tropical regions and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Amaranthus greggii is used as an ornamental plant, as a food crop, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used to make dyes and in traditional medicine. It has been used to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amaranthus greggii has small green flowers, and its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a toothed margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amaranthus greggii is an annual that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in the spring after the last frost. The seeds should be planted at a depth of 1/4 inch and spaced about 6 inches apart. Water regularly and thin out the seedlings as they grow.

Where to Find Amaranthus greggii

Amaranthus greggii is native to the United States and can be found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and along rivers.

Amaranthus greggii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amaranthus greggii?

Amaranthus greggii

What is the common name of Amaranthus greggii?

Gregg's Amaranth

What is the lifespan of Amaranthus greggii?

Annual

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-2632862: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.