Amaranthus crispus
Crisp Leaf Amaranth, Crisp Leaved Amaranth
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Amaranthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Amaranthus crispus (commonly known as Crisp-Leaf Amaranth or Crisp-leaved Amaranth) is an annual belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. Indigenous to South America, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northeast, Argentina Northwest, Argentina South, Chile Central, Uruguay
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)
Austria, Bulgaria, Czechoslovakia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Krym, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Romania, Sardegna, Virginia, Western Australia, Yugoslavia