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Amaranthus albus, commonly known as white amaranth, is an annual herb that thrives in full sun and moist to well-drained soils, including light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay) types. Amaranthus albus (Latin: Amaranthus albus, family Amaranthaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Amaranthus albus is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Amaranthus albus is a member of the Amaranthaceae family native to ALA, ARI, CAL, FLA, GEO, and KTY. Amaranthus albus thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Amaranthus albus grows best in USDA zone 8-10, full sun light, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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