Amaranthus capensis subsp. uncinatus

Amaranthus capensis subsp. uncinatus

Native to:
South Africa

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Amaranthaceae
Genus:
Amaranthus
Species:
Amaranthus capensis subsp. uncinatus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
100 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug,sep,oct
Bloom Colors:
green

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
5–14 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate readily in warm soil. Light may enhance germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI