Amaranthus peruvianus
Also known as: Mengea peruviana Schauer
- Mengea peruviana Schauer
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Amaranthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Naturally occurring in South America, Amaranthus peruvianus is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Peru