Tag: Alternanthera

Research has revealed that the red cultivar of *Alternanthera sessilis* possesses significantly higher antioxidant capacity than its green counterpart, thanks to its rich phenolic compounds. This versatile genus, with its striking colors, offers substantial benefits both as a captivating ornamental plant and as a source of medicinal compounds in traditional remedies.

Native to tropical and subtropical regions, Alternanthera is a genus of plants within the amaranth family with several edible species valued for their nutritional and medicinal properties. In many parts of the world, particularly in South and Southeast Asia, the leaves, young shoots, and tender stems of specific Alternanthera species are consumed as vegetables. This versatile plant, often hailed as a superfood in traditional medicine systems, is a powerhouse of vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds.