Amaranthus cruentus is an annual plant that belongs to the Amaranthaceae family. It is also known as blood amaranth, red amaranth, or purple amaranth. This plant is popularly cultivated for its edible leaves, seeds, and flowers. It is an important crop in many countries and is used in various local cuisines. For those who are looking for synonyms for amaranthus cruentus, here are some of them: Amaranthus paniculatus, Amaranthus caudatus, Amaranthus hybridus, Amaranthus retroflexus, and Amaranthus hypochondriacus. These plants are closely related to amaranthus cruentus and share some similar characteristics.