Indian-spinach

Indian-spinach

Amaranthus cruentus

Amaranthus
Amaranthaceae
Edibles & Herbs
Zone 510
🏜️ Drought Tolerant
🌱 Beginner Friendly

Indian-spinach is an undemanding, fast-growing annual that thrives in full sun with minimal watering once established. Plant in well-draining soil and water deeply every 7-10 days, letting the soil dry slightly between sessions. Its drought tolerance makes it ideal for low-maintenance garden beds and edible landscapes.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Low

Sun

Partial Sun

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Mature Height

12″ – 36″

Soil

loam

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

18

Watering Schedule

Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply But Allow Soil To Dry Between Waterings

Soil pH

8 – 9

Temperature

-20°90°F

Mature Spread

up to 35

Root Depth

Medium

Foliage

Medium

Propagation: Seed

Ecology & Origin

Native to

Afghanistan
Alabama
Albania
Algeria
Altay
Amur
Argentina Northeast
Argentina Northwest
Arizona
Assam
Baleares
Bangladesh
Belgium
Benin
Bolivia
Borneo
Botswana
Brazil Northeast
Brazil South
Brazil Southeast

Attracts

🐝 Bees
🐝 Butterflies
🐝 Birds
Safety & Use
🍳 Culinary
⚕ Medicinal

Sources

Data: trefle, usda

Image: trefle.io — Taken Nov 15, 2020 by Magali carite (cc-by-sa)

Hardiness Zones
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