Amaranthus mitchellii

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Amaranthus mitchellii is commonly known as Mitchell's amaranth{{BSBI 2007 |accessdate=2014-10-17 }} or boggabri weed. It is from the family Amaranthaceae. It is a generally useful plant and is said to be "edible".{{cite web | url=http://www.pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Amaranthus+mitchellii | title=Pfaf | accessdate=June 1, 2012}}

Care and habitats

These plants require sandy and moist soil and full sunlight.

Location

The plant is found mainly in Australia, in Queensland and Victoria.

Characteristics

As an annual, it grows up to 0.5 m in height. It is pollinated by wind and is self-fertile.

Uses

Amaranthus mitchellii is edible, and can be used as dye. Germination is very quick.

References

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mitchellii

Category:Flora of Australia

Category:Plants described in 1870

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