Are Achyranthes Aspera and Kochia Scoparia in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Amaranthaceae.

Can you substitute Achyranthes Aspera for Kochia Scoparia?

They share the Amaranthaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Achyranthes Aspera vs Kochia Scoparia

Achyranthes aspera · Kochia scoparia

Achyranthes Aspera

Achyranthes aspera

T Traditional Use

Family: Amaranthaceae
Genus: Achyranthes
Primary use: medicinal

Achyranthes aspera is a species of plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is distributed throughout the tropical world. It can be found in many places growing as an introduced species and a common weed. It is an invasive species in some areas, including many Pacific Islands enviro…

Kochia Scoparia

Kochia scoparia

T Traditional Use

Family: Amaranthaceae
Genus: Kochia
Primary use: medicinal

Bassia scoparia is a large annual herb in the family Amaranthaceae native to Eurasia. It has been introduced to many parts of North America, where it is found in grassland, prairie, and desert shrub ecosystems. Its common names include summer cypress, mock-cypress, kochia, belved…

At a glance

· Both in Amaranthaceae, but different genera (Achyranthes vs Kochia).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Achyranthes Aspera: T; Kochia Scoparia: T.