Redroot Amaranth

Family: Amaranthaceae
Scientific name: Amaranthus retroflexus
Description: Plant Form Erect annual Size Up to 1 m tall Stem Base of the stem is red Leaves Leaves are ovular to lance shaped Flowers 5-6 mm long, forming dense stiff spikes along a stalk. Fruit and Seeds Brown and shiny Habitat Naturalised in NSW, WA, NT, VIC, SA, QLD, and ACT. Weed of roadsides and disturbed areas Distinguishing Features Weed Status: Other Weed Weed Type: Common Lifeform: Herbaceous

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