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Green Amaranth

Amaranthus hybridus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (15 countries), Asia (11 countries), Europe (32 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Nauru), and South America (5 countries).

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish amarant
French amarante verte
German Ausgebreiteter Fuchsschwanz
Portuguese bredo-vermelho

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Green Amaranth?
The scientific name of Green Amaranth is Amaranthus hybridus. It belongs to the genus Amaranthus.
Where does Green Amaranth live?
Green Amaranth is found in Widely distributed across Africa (15 countries), Asia (11 countries), Europe (32 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Nauru), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Albania, Algeria, Angola, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belarus, Belgium, Bhutan, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
What family does Green Amaranth belong to?
Green Amaranth (Amaranthus hybridus) belongs to the genus Amaranthus, which is part of the taxonomic family Amaranthaceae.
What kingdom does Green Amaranth belong to?
Green Amaranth (Amaranthus hybridus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Green Amaranth?
The closest relatives of Green Amaranth in the genus Amaranthus include African amaranth, African-Spinach, Cape Pigweed, Carelessweed, coast amaranth.

Native Range — 70 Countries

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