Are Alternanthera Philoxeroides and Celosia Argentea in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Amaranthaceae.

Can you substitute Alternanthera Philoxeroides for Celosia Argentea?

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

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Alternanthera Philoxeroides vs Celosia Argentea

Alternanthera philoxeroides · Celosia argentea

Alternanthera Philoxeroides

Alternanthera philoxeroides

T Traditional Use

Family: Amaranthaceae
Genus: Alternanthera
Primary use: medicinal

Alternanthera philoxeroides, commonly referred to as alligator weed, is a native species to the temperate regions of South America, which includes Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay. Argentina alone hosts around 27 species that fall within the range of the genus Alternanther…

Celosia Argentea

Celosia argentea

T Traditional Use

Family: Amaranthaceae
Genus: Celosia
Primary use: medicinal

Celosia argentea, commonly known as the plumed cockscomb or silver cock's comb, is a herbaceous plant of tropical origin in the family Amaranthaceae from tropical Africa. The plant is known for its very bright colors. In India and China it is known as a troublesome weed.

At a glance

· Both in Amaranthaceae, but different genera (Alternanthera vs Celosia).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Alternanthera Philoxeroides: T; Celosia Argentea: T.