Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Globe Amaranth |
| Scientific Name | Gomphrena globosa |
| Main Color | Red |
| Plant Type |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Month Found | Sep |
| Image | Gomphrena-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Holme Gardens |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
Globe Amaranth is a hardy annual plant known for its vibrant, clover-like flower heads that come in shades of purple, pink, red, and white. The plant typically grows to about 30-60 cm in height and blooms from summer to frost. Its flowers are long-lasting and retain their colour when dried, making them popular in floral arrangements.
Distribution
Native to Central America, it is now widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. It thrives in sunny locations with well-drained soil.
Medicinal/Other Uses
✅ Traditionally used in herbal medicine to treat respiratory issues and as an antioxidant. Its flowers are also used in teas for their soothing properties.
Edibility
Edible - the flowers can be used to make herbal teas and are sometimes used as a natural food colouring.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no known harmful effects on humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - safe for pets, including cats and dogs.
Active Compounds
Betacyanins, gomphrenin, isobetanin.