Description
In all over India, Amaranthus is a most popular leafy vegetable. The seed packet contains approximately 35 seeds.
Amaranthus is most popular leafy vegetable used in South India. It can be grown throughout the year. Amaranthus is most tolerant to drought condition.
Seeds Specifications
| Seeds per Packet | 35 |
| Common Name | Amaranthus, Choulai |
| Height | 2.00 to 4.00 feet |
| Flower Colour | Red |
| Bloom Time | July to frost |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
- Watering should be done when the soil feels dry
- Pinching should be done at first blooming to encourage the vegetative growth
Choulai Red Edible care
- Seeds are mixed with fine sand and spread on seedbed
- Light water should be given after sowing
- Transplant 20 to 30 days old seedling in shallow trenches or pot
| Sunlight | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Watering | Moderately |
| Soil | Well-drained loamy soils with slightly acidic nature |
| Temperature | 25 to 35 degree C |
| Fertilizer | Use any organic fertilizer. |
| Harvest Season | Throughout the year, harvest tender leaves. |
Choulai Red Edible special feature
Amaranthus is healthy leafy vegetable can be grown throughout the year in varies type of climatic condition.
Choulai Red Edible uses
Ornamental Use:
- Amaranthus plant use as an ornamental plant or indoor plant
Medicinal Use:
- Rich Calcium, Vitamin B9
Culinary Use:
- Tender leaves are used for cooking purpose