Amaranthus

/ˌæməˈrænθəs/

Translation of "amaranthus" into Russian

Noun

/ˌæməˈrænθəs/

amaranthus

amaranthuses pl

amaranthi pl

Amaranth is often used in salads for its nutritional benefits.

Амарант часто используется в салатах из-за своих питательных свойств.

Additional translations

амарантус

Noun

/ˌæməˈrænθəs/

Any plant of the genus Amaranthus, cultivated as a leafy vegetable, pseudo-cereal, or ornamental.

Farmers in the highlands grow amaranthus for its protein-rich leaves.

Adjective

/ˌæməˈrænθəs/

Relating to or derived from plants of the genus Amaranthus.

The dish was garnished with amaranthus leaves.

Proper noun

A genus of annual or short-lived perennial plants in the amaranth family, noted for their colorful foliage and flowers.

Amaranthus contains several species valued both for food and for ornament.