Red poaceae

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by Andre, Sep 16, 2009.

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    Andre Active Member Maple Society 10 Years

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    What's this plant with very nice red stems ???
     

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    thanrose Active Member 10 Years

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    That's an amaranth. Don't know which one. Great pot herb, seeds make nutritious flour.
     
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    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Leaves are making me think it looks more like Chenopodium, also common weeds.
     
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    Yeah, could be. The wavy edge of the lower leaves when you zoom in looks like Chenopodium album. I don't recall seeing it that red, while amaranthus spp. often are. Check them out, Andre. When I forage wild greens, I will collect Chenopodia and Amaranthus leaves in the same bag.
     
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