Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
phyllostegia
ID:
557130

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. ex S.Watson) S.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 9: 108 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556462

Common Names

  • Leafy Orache
  • Leafy Saltbush
  • Phyllostegia Saltbush

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Synonyms

  • Atriplex covillei (Standl.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Atriplex draconis M.E.Jones [unknown]
  • Atriplex phyllostegia draconis (M.E.Jones) Fosberg [unknown]
  • Endolepis covillei Standl. [unknown]
  • Endolepis phyllostegia (Torr. ex S.Watson) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Stutzia covillei (Standl.) E.H.Zacharias [unknown]
  • Obione phyllostegia Torr. ex S.Watson [unknown]

Description

Atriplex phyllostegia (also called Leafy Saltbush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem with small, ovate to oblong leaves and small, yellow flowers. It grows in dry, open areas such as hillsides and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Atriplex phyllostegia is used as a food source for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and to provide cover for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atriplex phyllostegia has small, greenish-yellow flowers and small, brownish-black seeds. The seedlings are small, with ovate-shaped leaves and a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atriplex phyllostegia is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Atriplex phyllostegia

Atriplex phyllostegia is native to the Mediterranean region.

Atriplex phyllostegia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atriplex phyllostegia?

Atriplex phyllostegia

What type of plant is Atriplex phyllostegia?

Atriplex phyllostegia is a type of shrub.

Where does Atriplex phyllostegia grow?

Atriplex phyllostegia is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Atriplex genus

Atriplex erigavoensis, Atriplex intracontinentalis, Atriplex eremitis, Atriplex abata, Atriplex acanthocarpa, Atriplex acutibractea, Atriplex acutiloba, Atriplex alaschanica, Atriplex altaica, Atriplex amboensis, Atriplex ameghinoi, Atriplex amnicola, Atriplex angulata, Atriplex aptera, Atriplex argentea, Atriplex argentina, Atriplex asphaltitis, Atriplex asplundii, Atriplex atacamensis, Atriplex aucheri, Atriplex australasica, Atriplex barclayana, Atriplex billardieri, Atriplex boecheri, Atriplex bonnevillensis, Atriplex braunii, Atriplex buchananii, Atriplex bunburyana, Atriplex californica, Atriplex cana, Atriplex canescens, Atriplex centralasiatica, Atriplex chamaeclada, Atriplex chapinii, Atriplex chenopodioides, Atriplex chilensis, Atriplex chizae, Atriplex cinerea, Atriplex clivicola, Atriplex codonocarpa, Atriplex colerei, Atriplex confertifolia, Atriplex coquimbana, Atriplex cordifolia, Atriplex cordobensis, Atriplex cordulata, Atriplex coriacea, Atriplex cornigera, Atriplex coronata, Atriplex corrugata,

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2665669: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.