Amaranthus thunbergii, commonly known as Thunberg's amaranthus or Thunberg's pigweed, is found in Africa. The leaves are used as a flavouring or leafy vegetable. Cultivated as a pot herb.
Amaranthus Thunbergii Care
Amaranthus Thunbergii
Other names: Thunberg's Pigweed
What is the plant
humidity
Normal
lighting
Full Sun
temperature
22°C - 35°C
hardiness zone
6 - 12
difficulty
Medium
hibernation
Cold Period
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Water only occasionally; during summer water can be done more often.
Sunlight
Keep in mind that amaranth will be most productive in full sun (i.e., at least six hours of direct sunlight).
Soil
Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils.
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Temperature
Amaranth cannot tolerate cold temperatures.
Container
The kind of amaranth grown for grain will not grow well in containers.
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