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seaside amaranth
Scientific Name: Amaranthus pumilus
Family: Amaranthaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names: CT (sea-beach amaranth), MD (seabeach amaranth), N
Seaside Amaranth (Amaranthus pumilus)
The seaside amaranth, scientifically known as Amaranthus pumilus, is an annual plant belonging to the amaranth family (Amaranthaceae). It is also referred to as seabeach amaranth, dwarf amaranth, or coast amaranth.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Amaranthus pumilus Raf.
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Family: Amaranthaceae
Distribution and Habitat
- The seaside amaranth is native to the United States.
- It is found on ocean foredunes and beaches down to the high tide line.
Ecological Role
- The seaside amaranth is currently listed as a threatened species.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is an annual forb/herb, meaning it is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- This plant tends to widen significantly due to its panel-like development.
- In winter, it can assume a yellow-green coloration.
Further Information
- Information can be found at the Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS).
- Discover Life provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Amaranthus pumilus.
- Mt. Cuba Center has been involved in efforts to propagate and conserve this species.
- Additional resources may be available on the Biodiversity Heritage Library (BHL).