Joseph's Coat (Amaranthus tricolor)
Amaranthus tricolor, or Joseph's Coat, is an annual plant cultivated for its multi-colored foliage in shades of red, yellow, green, and bronze. Its leaves are also edible
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Sunlight
Full sun for best color.
Watering
Consistent moisture, avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile loam with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
Temperature
Warm, prefers 20-30 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Moderate, balanced fertilizer.
Care Requirements
Full sun for best color.
Consistent moisture, avoid waterlogging.
Well-draining, fertile loam with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
Warm, prefers 20-30 °C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Moderate, balanced fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental, Foliage, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.6-1.5 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Color
Green, Red, Yellow, Bronze, Purple
Leaf Type
Ovate to lanceolate
Flower Size
Less than 1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCaryophyllales
- familyAmaranthaceae
- genusAmaranthus
- speciesAmaranthus tricolor
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
All parts of Amaranthus tricolor are considered non-toxic to humans and pets. The leaves are commonly consumed as a leafy green vegetable.