Red Amaranth
NameRed Amaranth
Species NameAmaranthus cruentus
Common NameRed Amaranth
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container Typenone
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresherbaceous stems, multiple stems, non-woody
Foliage Typebroadleaf
Height (cm)60
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitypoor
Is Floweringtrue
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant reddish-purple inflorescences; resilient growth in an unconventional location (wall crevice); not typically used for bonsai due to herbaceous nature and short lifespan.
Description
This specimen of Red Amaranth, though not a traditional bonsai, exhibits a vigorous upright growth habit with multiple herbaceous stems. It features striking reddish-purple flower spikes and dark green to reddish foliage, growing resiliently from a wall crevice. Its herbaceous nature makes it unsuitable for conventional bonsai styling.
