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Amaranthaceae

Amaranthaceae

9.9
A family of flowering plants like amaranth found worldwide
  • noun
  • /ˌæməˈræntheɪˌsi/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Amaranthaceae
  • The Amaranthaceae family includes both cultivated crops and weedy species found around the world.

Examples

  • Researchers studied drought resistance in several members of the Amaranthaceae.

  • The Amaranthaceae family includes both amaranth and quinoa, which are important for their nutritional value.

  • Many species in Amaranthaceae have colorful flowers and leaves, making them popular in gardens.

  • The Amaranthaceae family includes many edible plants.

  • Did you know that Amaranthaceae plants are often used in salads?

  • Many species in the Amaranthaceae family are valued for their vibrant colors and adaptability in various climates.

  • Researchers have identified over 60 species within the Amaranthaceae that can thrive in arid conditions.

Synonyms

amaranth family
vsAmaranthaceae
  • Specialized
8.4

A family of plants like amaranths with clusters of small flowers

is the formal scientific name for that same plant family

Surface Forms

Amaranthaceae singular
Amaranthaceae plural

Morphology

Amaranthaceae = amaranth (opaque) = amaranth + aceae

The formation uses the technical botanical family suffix '-aceae', which is specialized knowledge and not transparent to the average B1 learner even if they recognise 'amaranth'.

Etymology

Amaranthaceae comes from amaranth, a Greek word meaning 'unfading' or 'everlasting', like a flower that does not fade. The ending -aceae means 'family' for plants, so Amaranthaceae is the plant family of amaranth and its close relatives.