Overview
Amaranthus viridis is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Amaranthus, part of the Amaranthaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Amaranthus viridis grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, sub-tropical, cut flowers and flower borders and beds. It is native to Amazonia colombiana: sur del departamento del Vichada; el suroriente del Meta; todo el territorio de los departamentos de Amazonas, Caquetá, Guainía, Guaviare, Putumayo y Vaupés; la Bota Caucana; y las vertientes amazónicas de Nariño (la parte alta de los ríos Guamuez, Sucio and San Miguel y Aguarico).
About
Amaranthus viridis is a cosmopolitan species in the botanical family Amaranthaceae and is commonly known as slender amaranth or green amaranth. It is native to the tropics of the Americas, specifically South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
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About the genus
Amaranthus is a genus of plants commonly known as amaranths. Some species are known by variants of the common name "pigweed". Some members are annual and others are perennial.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Amaranthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Amaranthus viridis size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Sub-tropical, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- Amazonia colombiana: sur del departamento del Vichada; el suroriente del Meta; todo el territorio de los departamentos de Amazonas, Caquetá, Guainía, Guaviare, Putumayo y Vaupés; la Bota Caucana; y las vertientes amazónicas de Nariño (la parte alta de los ríos Guamuez, Sucio, San Miguel y Aguarico)
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Amaranthus viridis
- Propagation
- Seed sown at 20°C (68°F) in mid-spring
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Amaranthus viridis?
Amaranthus viridis prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Amaranthus viridis need?
Amaranthus viridis grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Amaranthus viridis hardy in the UK?
Amaranthus viridis has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Amaranthus viridis?
Seed sown at 20°C (68°F) in mid-spring.