Similar in all uses as Amaranthus hypchondriacus; this species has black seeds. One of the more important food plants of indigenous peoples in the past. This is a much under-utilized weed of cultivated fields and disturbed ground (can be invasive). Packet(standard): $3.50; 1/8 oz: $5.00; 1/4 oz: $9.50; 1/2 oz: $18.00; 1 oz: $34.00 - 25,000 seeds/oz