noun
slender amaranth; green amaranth
A plant species (Amaranthus viridis). Used in botanical and gardening contexts.
ホナガイヌビユは熱帯地方でよく見られる雑草です。
Slender amaranth is a weed commonly found in tropical regions.
The name ホナガイヌビユ literally means 'long-spike dog amaranth', referring to the plant's appearance. The exact derivation is uncertain.