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Genus: Amaranthus Species tricolor Common Name: Tampala Family: Amaranthaceae + Chenopodiaceae Order: Caryophyllales Native: Tropics Habit: Annual Height: 2 to 4 feet Width:1 to 2 feet Flowering Season: Summer Flower Color: Green to red Propagation: Seed or stem cutting Note: Most plants in cultivation have ornamental, colorful leaves known as Joseph's-Coat. This low maintenance plant can be used for borders, beds, and containers. Plants may require staking. Root rot can occur in poorly drained soil. Susceptiblity to aphids, aster yellow virus, and fungal leaf spot is a concern. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moist, well drained, ordinary garden soil.