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Botanical Name : Amaranthus hybridus
Family: Amaranthaceae
Genus: Amaranthus
Species: A. hybridus
Kingdom: Plantae
Order: Caryophyllales
Common Names :Smooth Amaranth, Smooth Pigweed, Red Amaranth, or Slim Amaranth
Habitat : Amaranthus hybridus was originally a pioneer plant in Eastern North America. It has been reported to have been found in every state except Wyoming, Utah, and Alaska. It is also found in many provinces of Canada, and in parts of Mexico, the West Indies, Central America, and South America. It has been naturalized in many places of warmer climate. It grows in many different places, including disturbed habitats
Description:
Amaranthus hybridus is a species of annual flowering plant. It is a weedy species. It grows from a short taproot and can be up to 2.5 m in height. It is a glabrous or glabrescent plant.
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As a weed although it is easily controlled and not particularly competitive, it is recognized as a harmful weed of North American crops.
The plant was used for food and medicine by several Native American groups and in traditional African medicine.
Medicinal Uses:
The leaves are considered useful for reducing tissue swelling, and have a cleansing effect. The plant has been used to treat dysentery, diarrhea, excessive menstrual flow, ulcers and intestinal hemorrhaging. A tea made from the leaves is used in the treatment of intestinal bleeding, diarrhea, excessive menstruation etc
Disclaimer:
The information presented herein is intended for educational purposes only. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.
Resources
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amaranthus_hybridus
http://www.herbnet.com/Herb%20Uses_RST.htm
http://www.fao.org/ag/AGP/AGPC/doc/Show/SAfrica/sapaper/photo38.htm
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