Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
prostrata
ID:
557158

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boucher ex DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Fl. Franç. , ed. 3, 3: 387 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556490



Common Names

  • Prostrate Orache
  • Prostrate Saltbush
  • Prostrata Saltbush


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Synonyms

  • Atriplex hastata prostrata (Boucher ex DC.) Lange [unknown]
  • Atriplex hastata triangularis (Willd.) Moq. [unknown]
  • Atriplex latifolia prostrata (Boucher ex DC.) Hiitonen [unknown]
  • Atriplex latifolia triangularis (Willd.) Hiitonen [unknown]
  • Atriplex patula prostrata (Boucher ex DC.) Mert. & W.D.J.Koch [unknown]
  • Atriplex decumbens Schult. [unknown]
  • Atriplex deltoidea Bab. [unknown]
  • Atriplex elongata Guss. [unknown]
  • Atriplex gigantea Poir. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Atriplex gracilis Nutt. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Atriplex halimoides Raf. [unknown]
  • Atriplex hastata salina Wallr. ex Gren. [unknown]
  • Atriplex integrifolia Krock. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Atriplex laciniata americana Torr. [unknown]
  • Atriplex microcarpa Waldst. & Kit. [unknown]
  • Atriplex microsperma Waldst. & Kit. [unknown]
  • Atriplex microsperma Bab. [unknown]
  • Atriplex microtheca Fr. [unknown]
  • Atriplex novae-zelandiae Aellen [unknown]
  • Atriplex oblongifolia Host [unknown]
  • Atriplex oppositifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Atriplex patula salina Wallr. [unknown]
  • Atriplex patula triangularis (Willd.) Thorne & S.L.Welsh [unknown]
  • Atriplex pharaonis Moq. [unknown]
  • Atriplex platensis Speg. [unknown]
  • Atriplex platysepala Guss. [unknown]
  • Atriplex prostrata deltoidea (Bab.) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Atriplex prostrata salina (Wallr.) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Atriplex prostrata triangularis (Willd.) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Atriplex pugae Phil. [unknown]
  • Atriplex ramosissima Nutt. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Atriplex ruderalis Wallr. [unknown]
  • Atriplex sackii Rostk. & Schmidt [unknown]
  • Atriplex smithii Syme [unknown]
  • Atriplex spinacifolia Stokes [unknown]
  • Atriplex transsilvanica Schur [unknown]
  • Atriplex triangularis Willd. [unknown]
  • Atriplex veneta Moq. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium hastatum Dumort. [unknown]
  • Chenopodium latifolium (Wahlenb.) E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Atriplex hastata macrotheca Rafn [unknown]
  • Atriplex hastata microtheca Schumach. [unknown]

Description

Atriplex prostrata (also called Prostrate Orache, among many other common names) is a small, prostrate shrub that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in dry, sandy soils in deserts, grasslands, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Atriplex prostrata 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Atriplex prostrata sub. calotheca (Rafn) M.A.Gust.
Atriplex prostrata sub. latifolia (Wahlenb.) Rauschert
Atriplex prostrata sub. polonica (Zapal.) Uotila

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atriplex prostrata has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small, round, and have a thick, waxy coating.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atriplex prostrata 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 prostrata

Atriplex prostrata is native to the Mediterranean region.

Atriplex prostrata FAQ

What is the growth rate of Atriplex prostrata?

Atriplex prostrata has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What type of soil does Atriplex prostrata prefer?

Atriplex prostrata prefers sandy, well-drained soils.

What is the average lifespan of Atriplex prostrata?

Atriplex prostrata has an average lifespan of 10-15 years.

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-2665694: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Jules Armand Guillaume Boucher de Crèvecoeur (1757-1844): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boucher' in the authors string.