Amaranthaceae (family)

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Scope note
Family of flowering plants having around 175 genera and over 2,500 species, mostly herbs and subshrubs, distributed nearly worldwide. A number of species, including beets and quinoa, are important food crops, and several are cultivated as garden ornamentals.
Amaranthaceae
Accepted term: 21-Apr-2025