Amaranthus caudatus

Love-Lies-Bleeding, Tassel Flower, Velvet Flower, Foxtail Amaranth, Quelite
Varieties

Message of the Flower

Fearlessness in Action

The Mother’s Comment

Manifold, unfettered, and fearless.

Colour

Dull magenta

Message of the Flower

Illumined Strength in the Vital

Colour

Off-white

Family

Amaranthaceae

Person who named the flower

Carl Linnaeus

Flower Size

Inflorescence can grow up to 24 inches long

Flower Texture

Smooth

Number of Petals

Not applicable, as the flowers consist of dense clusters of tiny blooms

Floral Symmetry

Radial

Fragrance of Flower

No significant fragrance

Leaf Texture

Smooth to slightly rough

Leaf Arrangement

Alternate

Leaf Color

Green, sometimes tinged with red

Structural Variation (Shrub or Tree)

Erect annual or biennial herb

Life Cycle

Annual or biennial

Blooming Period

Summer to fall

Climate

Preferable in warm to tropical climates

Water Requirements

Moderate; requires regular watering

Soil Type

Well-drained, fertile, humus-rich

Temperature Ranges

Not frost hardy; thrives in warm temperatures

Sun or Shade

Prefers full sun for vibrant colors

Susceptibility to Insects and Diseases

Can be susceptible to fungal diseases and pests like aphids

Pollinators

Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

Habitat

Native to South America, cultivated worldwide

Role in the Ecosystem

Used in gardens for ornamental purposes and ecological benefits such as attracting pollinators

Quotations

Associated with various folklore stories in native regions

Ornamental

Leaves and seeds used in local cuisines

Uses in Other Aspects of Life

Not endangered

Endangered Status

Sensitive to frost and overwatering

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