Are Achyranthes Aspera and Alternanthera Sessilis in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Amaranthaceae.

Can you substitute Achyranthes Aspera for Alternanthera Sessilis?

They share the Amaranthaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Achyranthes Aspera vs Alternanthera Sessilis

Achyranthes aspera · Alternanthera sessilis

Achyranthes Aspera

Achyranthes aspera

T Traditional Use

Family: Amaranthaceae
Genus: Achyranthes
Primary use: medicinal

Achyranthes aspera is a species of plant in the family Amaranthaceae. It is distributed throughout the tropical world. It can be found in many places growing as an introduced species and a common weed. It is an invasive species in some areas, including many Pacific Islands enviro…

Alternanthera Sessilis

Alternanthera sessilis

T Traditional Use

Family: Amaranthaceae
Genus: Alternanthera
Primary use: medicinal

Alternanthera sessilis is a flowering plant known by several common names, including sissoo spinach, Brazilian spinach, sessile joyweed, dwarf copperleaf. It is cultivated as a vegetable worldwide.

At a glance

· Both in Amaranthaceae, but different genera (Achyranthes vs Alternanthera).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Achyranthes Aspera: T; Alternanthera Sessilis: T.