Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
nudicaulis
ID:
557011

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boguslaw

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Lesn. Zhurn. (St. Peterburg) 1: 30 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556343



Common Names

  • Naked-stemmed Saltbush
  • Naked-stemmed Orache
  • Naked-stemmed Orach


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Synonyms

  • Atriplex kuzenevae Semenova [unknown]
  • Atriplex lapponica Pojark. [unknown]
  • Atriplex praecox Hülph. [unknown]
  • Atriplex valida Iljin [unknown]
  • Atriplex longipes praecox (Hülph.) Turesson [unknown]
  • Atriplex longipes lapponica Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]

Description

Atriplex nudicaulis (also called Naked-Stem 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 nudicaulis is used as a food source for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and to provide cover for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Atriplex nudicaulis is small and yellowish-green in color. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and spindly, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atriplex nudicaulis 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 nudicaulis

Atriplex nudicaulis can be found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.

Atriplex nudicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atriplex nudicaulis?

Atriplex nudicaulis

What is the common name of Atriplex nudicaulis?

Naked-stemmed saltbush

Where is Atriplex nudicaulis found?

Atriplex nudicaulis 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-2665553: Based on the initial data import
I.A. Boguslaw: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boguslaw' in the authors string.