Folong Amaranth

Amaranth Sp. Seeds per packet ~ 100 Germination 62% Packed for 2025 BOTANICAL SAMPLE Archeological evidence suggests amaranths were first cultivated over 6,000 years ago in both South America and Mesoamerica before colonial invasion. It was a stable dish for the many civilizations and cultures that existed across North and South America, such as the Incas, Mayas and Aztecs.  Amaranth eventually made its way to Africa and the Caribbean along the routes of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. It quickly spread through Africa and gained strong popularity among many African cultures, where it is now a staple grain in many culinary cultures across the continent. Today amaranths are a popular leafy green in many islands of the Caribbean where the plant is commonly known as callaloo.  Amaranth has become a traditional African vegetable with several local names such as Kumkum (Bafia), Ndjap mekat (Bagangté), Feufe (Dschang), Teue (Bamoun), Po’oga (Bassa), Folong (Bulu, Ewondo), Biwolè (Douala), Agna