What is another word for kochia?
Pronunciation: [kˈɒkiə] (IPA) 
Kochia is a common genus of plants that belong to the Amaranthaceae family. This plant is known for its ability to thrive in harsh environments. Some synonyms for the plant include fireweed, summer cypress, Mexican fireweed, and ragweed. The plant is also known as tumbleweed because of its characteristic ability to break off from the roots and roll over the landscape in a gust of wind. In addition, kochia is also called burning bush due to the reddish-orange hue of its foliage. Despite its invasive tendencies, kochia has many uses, including as a source of food for both humans and animals, medicinal properties, and its oil is used in the production of cosmetics and soap.
