White Leaf Amaranth
Amaranthus mangostanus
A light green colored leafy green. Very high in iron and calcium. The leaves are tender and a bit smaller than other Amaranth varieties. It is popularly used in Japanese and Taiwanese stir fries. Also grown as a summer crop in Central FL.
| Days to germination | 10-20 |
| Days to maturity | 30 days |
| Life cycle | Annual (self seeding) |
| Plant time | Spring through Summer; harvest all summer, into early Fall |
| Spacing | 8-12 inches |
| Sun | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil temperature | 70-90 degrees F |
| Optimum soil P.H | 6.0-7.0 |
| Height | 24-36 inches |
| Harvest tips | Harvest amaranth leaves as needed. The younger leaves are better raw and the older leaves are better cooked due to oxalates. Tip the plant for a more bushy plant. Seeds are eaten as a healthy grain. |