Names
Shoshone:
English: Amaranth
Scientific: Amaranthus retroflexus
Zone
Lower Foothills
Harvest Time
- Grown in mouths of canyons
- Disturbed soils
Primary Uses
- Food
- Salads
- Popped
- Bread
Secondary Uses
- None Listed
Cautions
- None Listed
Active Principle(s)
- None Listed
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Notes
Food Notes
Leaves and stems are used in stews, and leaves make very nutritious tea. Before flowering, stems can be used as a soup thickener.
Medicinal Use Notes
Greens: Used in salads
Seeds: Can be popped like popcorn or added to bread- high in protein