It looks like a fluffy string and has a bohemian vibe. [Amaranthus] serves as an accent for wedding bouquets.

2022.12.27 published

Amazing. A long flower.

Have you ever seen this long flower…!?

It has a fluffy string-like appearance, reminiscent of beads, giving off a somewhat bohemian vibe.

The name of this flower is "Amaranth."

It refers to the flowers belonging to the group [Caryophyllales, Amaranthaceae, Amaranthus] collectively known as "Amaranth." (It's also called the Amaranthus genus.)

A plant with a history.

Amaranth has been cultivated since the 6th century BC.

It was consumed as a staple food in the Mesoamerican civilization known as the "Aztecs," which flourished from the 15th to the 16th centuries. (It looks similar to quinoa and has a chewy texture. It's hard to digest when consumed raw, so it is eaten cooked.)

It was also processed for meals and beverages during Aztec religious ceremonies, making it an indispensable grain for the Aztecs. However,

when the Aztecs were invaded by the Spanish, the Spaniards, wanting to spread Christianity, declared that "Amaranth is a symbol of heresy!" leading it to the brink of extinction.

Although Amaranth was nearly extinct, it spread to Europe, India, China, and Japan, where it began to be cultivated in each country.

Initially grown for ornamental purposes, it has been re-evaluated for culinary use due to the trend of superfoods like acai, maca, quinoa, and chia seeds. (It is rich in the essential amino acid lysine, which is expected to strengthen liver function, and contains a lot of dietary fiber!)

The hashtag "#Amaranth rice" has over 500 entries.

There are various types of Amaranth＊

There are many types of Amaranth, so let me introduce them♡

"Himogeito," which appears as small balls strung together.

Since it has "Geito" in its name, many might think it's the same type of flower as "Keito," but actually, Keito belongs to,

Caryophyllales, Amaranthaceae, and Celosia genera.

(Himogeito belongs to Caryophyllales, Amaranthaceae, and Amaranthus genera.)

They are relatives since they belong to the same family, but they are not in the same genus species.

(Here is a photo of Keito.)

The green "Aogeito."

(Although it also has "Geito" in its name, it is Amaranth and not Keito.)

Orange-brown biscuit colored "Hot Biscuit"♡

Deep purple "Hot Chili."

Bouquets using Amaranth♡

The long Amaranth is also perfect as an accent in wedding bouquets.

Dropping the vines can give a bouquet a leafy impression, but with Amaranth, there’s no leafy feel, allowing you to change the bouquet's design♡

Amaranth is used as a highlight in a pastel-color bouquet that includes orchids, delphiniums, and scabiosa.*

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It matches the stylish green colored dress♡

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A fashionable bouquet combining Keito and Amaranth "Himogeito"♡

It’s said that Amaranth was used in the wedding bouquet because the first birthday bouquet her husband gave her contained Keito.*

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The flower language of Keito is "fashionable," "pretentious," and "individuality"💛

It is said to symbolize "everlasting love" because it does not fade even when dried.*

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Amaranth bouquet with Amaranth ear cuffs♡ What a novel idea to use ear cuffs!

@makkiroom

Close-up of the ear cuff♡

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Close-up of the bouquet♡

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It seems that the Amaranth is an artificial flower and not a fresh one. Since it has a bead-like flower structure, its artificial flower quality is not very noticeable!*

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Remember this flower "Amaranth"

Amaranth comes in various types and is used in wedding bouquets.

Especially "Himogeito" leaves a lasting impression with its ball-like appearance♡

This flower makes a perfect accent in wedding bouquets, so let’s remember it.