fringed amaranth
Amaranthus fimbriatus (Torr.) Benth. ex S.Watson
Amaranthus fimbriatus is an annual herb in the Amaranthaceae family, known as fringed amaranth. It typically reaches a height of up to 0.7 m and produces greenish to maroon flowers. This species is native to North America and Mexico, where it thrives in sandy, gravelly slopes, semideserts, and disturbed areas. It commonly blooms following summer rains in arid environments. It is regarded as an invasive weed in some regions.
Description
Amaranthus fimbriatus is a glabrous flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is an annual herb that can grow up to 0.7 m tall and is commonly found in arid regions of North America and Mexico. The plant is adapted to sandy, gravelly slopes and disturbed habitats, where it often blooms after summer rains. Its flowers range in color from greenish to maroon. The species is known for its potential to become invasive in certain areas.
Other common names
fringed amaranth
Distribution
Arizona · California · Mexico Northeast · Mexico Northwest · Mexico Southwest · New Mexico · Texas · Utah
Synonyms
Amblogyna fimbriataSarratia berlandieri var. denticulataSarratia berlandieri var. fimbriata
