amaranth

• Substantivo que designa plantas do gênero Amaranthus, frequentemente cultivadas por suas densas inflorescências verdes ou vermelhas e também por suas sementes, consumidas como cereal na América Central e na América do Sul.

A noun referring to a plant of the genus Amaranthus, often cultivated for its dense plumes of green or red flowers, and also used for its seeds which are consumed as a cereal grain in Central and South America.

1. Edible seedB2formalculinary

   The small, nutritious seed of amaranth plants, used as a grain-like food source, especially in Central and South America.

   Semente comestível

   • Amaranth is often cooked like porridge or popped like popcorn.
   • The ancient Aztecs cultivated amaranth as a staple food.
   • Gluten-free flours often include ground amaranth seeds.

2. Ornamental plantB2formalscientific

   Any plant of the genus Amaranthus, known for its dense, colorful plumes of green or red flowers, often grown for decoration or food.

   Planta ornamental

   • The garden was full of tall amaranth with bright red flowers.
   • Amaranth plants are drought-tolerant and easy to grow.
   • Some amaranth species are considered weeds in certain regions.

   Sinônimosamaranthus