Amaranth

Amaranth of all different colors and forms at Wild Garden Seed in Philomath, Oregon.

Latin Name: Amaranthus spp.

Other Names: Amaranto, Kiwacha

There are hundreds of varieties of amaranth of all different colors that grow throughout the Americas. Tender leaves can be eaten as spinach-like greens, and seeds are harvested and used as a great. Amaranth is considered to be a versatile pseudo-cereal similar to quinoa and used in cooking similarly to quinoa and rice in both sweet and savory dishes.

Amaranth has a deep history throughout South and Central America, a history that was nearly lost during the early centuries of colonization. Amaranth has long been a staple crop for millions of people and has gained an international following for its health benefits.

Regreso al origen: amaranto, una joya infravalorada de México

El AMARANTO | Un superalimento que trataron de EXTERMINAR 🔥

AMARANTH and OATS Cookies | No Oven | Cocina & Vida Saludable

PNW Adapted Amaranth at Wild Garden Seed in Philomath, OR

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