Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
leuca
ID:
556888

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 91: 428 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556220



Common Names

  • Leuca Saltbush
  • Leuca Orache
  • Leuca Atriplex


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Synonyms

  • Atriplex densifolia Phil. [unknown]

Description

Atriplex leuca (also called Leuca saltbush, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, sandy, or rocky soils. It is tolerant of drought and salt.

Uses & Benefits

Atriplex leuca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for wildlife. It is also used for erosion control and in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atriplex leuca has small, greenish flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, brown, and triangular in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atriplex leuca is a low-growing, spreading annual that is native to the western United States. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in early spring or late fall. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be thinned to allow for adequate spacing.

Where to Find Atriplex leuca

Atriplex leuca can be found in the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Atriplex leuca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atriplex leuca?

Atriplex leuca

What type of plant is Atriplex leuca?

Atriplex leuca is a type of shrub.

Where does Atriplex leuca grow?

Atriplex leuca 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,

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