Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
sagittiformis
ID:
557238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Aellen) G.L.Chu

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Higher Pl. China 4: 327 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556570



Common Names

  • Arrow-Shaped Orache
  • Arrow-Shaped Saltbush
  • Sagittiformis Saltbush


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Synonyms

  • Atriplex dimorphostegia sagittiformis Aellen [unknown]

Description

Atriplex sagittiformis (also called Arrow-shaped Orache, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe and Asia, and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Atriplex sagittiformis is used as a food source for livestock and wildlife, and as an ornamental plant for gardens. It has also been used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atriplex sagittiformis has small, green flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, black and triangular in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atriplex sagittiformis can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in early summer and rooted in a moist soil mix. Division of clumps can be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Atriplex sagittiformis

Atriplex sagittiformis can be found in dry, sandy or gravelly soils in temperate regions of the world.

Atriplex sagittiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atriplex sagittiformis?

Atriplex sagittiformis

What is the growth habit of Atriplex sagittiformis?

Atriplex sagittiformis is an annual herb with a prostrate to erect growth habit.

What is the native range of Atriplex sagittiformis?

Atriplex sagittiformis is native to the southwestern United States and northern 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-2665767: Based on the initial data import
Paul Aellen (1896-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aellen' in the authors string.
Ge Lin Chu (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Chu' in the authors string.