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

Yes — both belong to Amaranthaceae.

Can you substitute Alternanthera Philoxeroides for Celosia Cristata?

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 Cristata

Alternanthera philoxeroides · Celosia cristata

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 Cristata

Celosia cristata

T Traditional Use

Family: Amaranthaceae
Genus: Celosia
Primary use: medicinal

Celosia argentea var. cristata, known as cockscomb, is the cristate or crested variety of the species Celosia argentea. It is likely native to India, where it was saved from extinction through cultivation because of its religious significance. Indian, Burmese, and Chinese gardene…

At a glance

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