Amaranthus comprises annuals that can grow upright or spread out, as well as short-lived perennials. The plants feature simple leaves and produce small flowers organized in dense, catkin-like clusters that may be erect or drooping, typically blooming during the summer and autumn seasons.

Amaranthus

Amaranthus 'Annapurna'

Amaranthus 'Autumn Palette'

Amaranthus 'Bolivia 153'

Amaranthus 'Burgundy'

Amaranthus 'Dark Foxtail'

Amaranthus 'Flaming Fountains'

Amaranthus 'Garnet Red'

Amaranthus 'Golden'

Amaranthus 'Green Cathedral'

This annual plant can grow to nearly 2 meters in height, featuring rich red foliage and cascading flower clusters. The flower tassels are suitable for grain harvesting, while the tender young leaves can be consumed similarly to spinach.

Amaranthus 'Hopi Red Dye'

Amaranthus 'Intense Purple'

Amaranthus 'Magic Fountains'

Amaranthus 'Mercado'

Amaranthus 'New Mexico'

Amaranthus 'Opopeo'

Amaranthus 'Plainsman'

Amaranthus 'Popping'

Amaranthus 'Red Army' is a vertical-growing annual that reaches approximately 1.2 meters in height. It features deep red leaves, stems, and blossoms.

Amaranthus 'Red Army'

Amaranthus 'Tarahumara Okite'

Amaranthus 'Trompe d'Elephant'

Amaranthus albiflorus

Amaranthus albus

Amaranthus blitoides

Amaranthus blitum

Amaranthus cannabinus

Amaranthus caudatus is a robust annual or biennial characterized by its upright growth habit and broad, oval leaves. In the summer and autumn, it produces elongated, pendant clusters of small flowers that resemble crimson tassels.

Amaranthus caudatus

Amaranthus caudatus 'Albus'

Amaranthus caudatus 'Crimson'

Amaranthus caudatus 'Fat Spike'

Amaranthus caudatus 'Green Feathers'

Amaranthus caudatus 'Green Necklace'

Amaranthus caudatus 'Pony Tails'

Amaranthus caudatus 'Queue de Renard Blanc'

Amaranthus caudatus 'Queue de Renard Rouge'

Amaranthus caudatus 'Red Octopus'

Amaranthus caudatus 'Ribbons and Beads'

Amaranthus caudatus 'Viridis' is a robust annual characterized by its broad, oval leaves and cascading, light to lime green flower clusters that dangle in tassel formations during the summer and autumn months. Its seed heads are a valuable food source for birds. This plant's size allows it to serve as a focal point in gardens, and the flowers are suitable for both fresh and dried floral arrangements.

Amaranthus caudatus 'Viridis'

Amaranthus caudatus albiflorus

Amaranthus caudatus red-leaved

Amaranthus chlorostachys

Amaranthus cruentus is a vertical, frost-sensitive annual that can reach heights of up to 2 meters. Its stems are adorned with ovate, dark green leaves that exhibit a purple tint. From summer through autumn, the plant produces clusters of small reddish-pink flowers, which are organized in spikes that can be upright or arching.

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