Amaranthus arenicola
Sand Amaranth, Sandhill Amaranth
Other regional names: Sandhills Amaranth +2 more
- Sandhills Amaranth
- Sandhills Pigweed
- Torrey's Amaranth
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Amaranthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Naturally occurring in North America, Amaranthus arenicola (commonly known as Sand Amaranth or Sandhill Amaranth) is an annual belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, North-Central U.S.A., Northwestern U.S.A., South-Central U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southeast, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Arizona, Arkansas, California, District of Columbia, Indiana, Kentucky, Korea, Louisiana, Michigan, Montana, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin