Name that plant
Details:
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Date Photo Taken
09 / 05 / 2013
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Season Photo Was Taken
Fall
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Region Photo Was Taken
Southeast
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City
Blue Ridge
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State
Georgia
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Posted by
Kbunnelle
Notes:
We have planted these from seeds. They are very prolific and have risen up to 6 feet tall. We have also heard that they are edible.
Comments
bullfroghollow Master Identifier says:
I see what you mean, Sunnysue. Interesting http://www.nwitimes.com/niche/get-healthy/healthy-living/herbal-healer-what-is-amaranth/article_0dab905c-20d4-54e4-9d09-3d2529726be6.html
September 16th, 2013 at 10:55am
sunnysue2009 Master Identifier says:
Sure looks like one of the varieties of Amaranth. There are many. http://1greengeneration.elementsintime.com/?p=1358
September 11th, 2013 at 8:17pm
bullfroghollow Master Identifier says:
Is it a blazing star? If so the tuber or root is edible and was used to treat heart ailments, diabetes, and snake bite with some success. Always get positive id before consuming any plant though.
September 8th, 2013 at 6:53am