Article of the Day:Amaranth

Article of the Day:
Amaranth
Found in warm regions, especially in the Americas and Africa, the herbs, trees, and vines of the Amaranthaceae family are characterized by stems and leaves colored by a lasting red pigment. With a name derived from amarantos, the Greek word for “unfading,” plants of this genus have been a poetic symbol of immortality from the time of ancient Greece. They can be preserved dry and are often used in everlasting bouquets. What other uses have been found for these plants? More…: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tfd.mobile.TfdSearch