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Amaranthus

Amaranthus caudatus

Annual

Love-lies-bleeding with long, drooping red tassels. Dramatic and gothic. Also called tassel flower. Ancient grain crop. Dries beautifully. Symbol of immortality. Name means unfading.

Bloom Season

Summer, Fall

Habitat

Temperate

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Perfect For

Wedding

Care & Vase Life

Stays fresh for 7 to 10 days

when properly cared for

Handle gently - the cascading tassels can break

Strip leaves below the waterline

Use a supportive vase that allows tassels to hang naturally

Excellent for drying - hang upside down in a dark, dry place

Long-lasting fresh - 10-14 days

Can air dry in vase

Minimal water as it dries

Retains color perfectly

Fragrance Profile

No Scent

Amaranthus has no fragrance

Fun Facts

The name comes from Greek amarantos meaning unfading - it dries beautifully

Amaranth grain was a staple food of the Aztecs and Incas

Also called Love-Lies-Bleeding due to its drooping red tassels

Amaranth seeds were used in Aztec religious ceremonies

Origin & History

Native to Central and South America

Sacred to the Aztecs who called it huauhtli, amaranth was banned by Spanish conquistadors for its use in religious ceremonies. The ornamental varieties became garden favorites in the Victorian era and remain popular for their dramatic cascading form.