Kochia (Bassia Scoparia) is a annual herb in the Amaranthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Bassia scoparia is a large annual herb with feathery bright green leaves that turn red in the fall. It has an upright, columnar habit and is well known for its ornamental and weed-like qualities.