July 29.
P. M. — Berrying to Brooks Clark's.
Rich-weed, how long?
Amaranthus hypochondriacus, apparently some days, with its interesting spotted leaf, lake beneath, and purple spike; amid the potatoes.
H. D. Thoreau, Journal, July 29, 1854
Rich-weed, how long? See July 28, 1856 ("Richweed at Brown's oak, several days (since 16th; say 22d).")
Amaranthus hypochondriacus, See September 14, 1852 ("Amaranthus hypochondriacus, prince's-feather, with 'bright red-purple flowers' and sanguine stem")
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