Red Amaranth Plant

Red Amaranth (Amaranthus cruentus) grows quickly to 6 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is both edible and medicinal.

Habit

Herb

Height

1 to 1.5 m

Growth

Fast

Soil

Well-drained, Sandy Loam

Shade

Full

Moisture

Moderate

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Central America

Climatic Condition

Tropical, Subtropical

Temperature (°)

20°C to 30°C

Humidity (%)

50% to 70%

Potting media

50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter

Fertilizers

Organic Fertilizer

Watering

Regular watering

Plant Weight 

0.3 to 0.5 kg

Flowering Time

Summer to Fall

Soil Ph level

6.0 to 7.56.0 to 7.5

Water Ph level

6.0 to 7.5

Soil EC

0.5 to 0.7 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

1 to 2 kg per plant

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

1 to 2 years

Health Benefits

High in Nutrients, Antioxidant

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

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Common Diseases

Downy Mildew, Leaf Spot, Aphid Infestation, Rust, Powdery Mildew.

Symptoms

White fungal growth on leaves, Brown or black spots on leaves, Curled and yellow leaves, Orange or yellow pustules, White powdery spots on leaves. 

Organic Remedies

Neem oil, Compost tea, insecticidal soap, use resistant varieties, prune and remove infected plant parts. 

In-Organic Remedies

Fungicides with mancozeb, Copper-based fungicides, Chemical insecticides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Fungicides with potassium bicarbonate. 

                  HEALTH BENEFITS

· High in iron, vitamin C, and antioxidants.

• Supports blood circulation and may help in anemia.