Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
muricata
ID:
556984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 4: 959 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556316



Common Names

  • Murex Saltbush
  • Murex Orache
  • Murex Orach


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Synonyms

  • Atriplex cristata parvifolia (Kunth) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Atriplex glomerata S.Watson ex Standl. [unknown]
  • Atriplex kunthiana (Moq.) D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Atriplex microphylla D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Atriplex parviflora Steud. [unknown]
  • Atriplex parvifolia Kunth [unknown]
  • Atriplex pentandra muricata (Humb. & Bonpl. ex Willd.) H.M.Hall & Clem. [unknown]
  • Obione kunthiana Moq. [unknown]
  • Obione parvifolia (Kunth) Moq. [unknown]

Description

Atriplex muricata (also called Prickly Orache, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in dry, sandy soils, often near the coast.

Uses & Benefits

Atriplex muricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atriplex muricata 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 muricata 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 muricata

Atriplex muricata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sandy soils. It is also found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and fields.

Atriplex muricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atriplex muricata?

Atriplex muricata

What is the common name of Atriplex muricata?

Spiny saltbush

Where is Atriplex muricata found?

Atriplex muricata is found in the United States and Mexico

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-2665529: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Alexander von Humboldt (1769-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humb.' in the authors string.
Aimé Bonpland (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonpl.' in the authors string.