I planted some amaranth in my vegetable garden, and its tender leaves are great for stir-frying.

amaranth 是名词，指"苋菜"，一种常见的蔬菜植物。这个词源自希腊语，原指"不凋谢的花"，因为苋菜的花期长且颜色鲜艳持久。苋菜的嫩叶和茎都可食用，富含营养。