Seed Information

Common Name: VEGETABLE: AMARANTH ‘GREEN PEARLS’
Scientific Name: Amaranthus caudatus 'Green Pearls'

0.10g up to 218 seds

R55.00

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Description

• Annual
• Amaranthus caudatus species, commonly known as Cat's Tail, are visually stunning plants that adds elegance and uniqueness to any garden.
• ‘Green Pearls’ is an unusual plant up to 90 – 150cm in height and a spread of 60-90cm.
• It has dark green leaves of up to 15 to 20cm in length that are pointed and egg-shaped.
• ‘Green Pearls’ bears a mix of long tails and ropes of flowers knotted along their length with a cascade of verdant green pearls.
• The flowers themselves are a stunning green, often transitioning to a lighter shade of green, specifically categorized as green-light green.
• This unicoloured distribution of green adds a sense of harmony and serenity to the overall appearance of the plant.
• One of the most impressive aspects of Amaranthus caudatus 'Green Pearls' is the size of its inflorescence.
• The diameter of the entire spike can reach an astonishing 70 to 100 centimeters.
• This large size demands attention and becomes a focal point in any garden or landscape where it is planted.
• The sheer magnitude and beauty of the inflorescence attract not only humans but also pollinators like bees and butterflies, adding even more life to the garden.
• It needs sun in well-drained soil, is draught tolerant and must be sheltered from strong winds.
• You can add a touch of the tropics to your garden or patio by growing it.
• together with a red variety like Amaranth “Love-lies-bleeding’.

Culinary Uses

• Both its leaves and seeds can be consumed and are highly nutritious.
• The leaves can be eaten raw when young and tender, for example, in salads.
• Mature leaves are better suited for cooking, similar to spinach and can be boiled, steamed, or stir-fried.
• In many cultures,the leaves are used in soups and stews (often called callaloo in the Caribbean or moroggo in South Africa)

Parts Used

• The leaves and seeds.

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