Crisp-leaved Amaranth

Amaranthus crispus is a flowering plant species found in the Amaranthaceae family. It is an annual herb with a height of up to 0.5 m. The plant is sparsely pubescent and produces flowers during the summer and fall seasons. It is commonly found in disturbed habitats, waste places, and areas near water. Native to Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay, it has been introduced to several other regions, including Australia, Austria, Bulgaria, Crimea, Czech Republic, France, Hungary, Italy, Romania, Sardinia, the United States, and former Yugoslavia. The species was first published in 1890.