Atriplex valdesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
valdesii
ID:
557369
Status:
valid
Authors:
Flores Olv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Novon 4(3): 242. 1994
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556701
Common Names
- Atriplex valdesii
- Valdés' Saltbush
- Saltbush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Atriplex valdesii (also called Valdes' saltbush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to western North America. It is characterized by its grey-green leaves that are triangular in shape and have a wavy margin. It is found in dry, sandy, and salty soils, such as in deserts and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Atriplex valdesii 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 valdesii has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with round, fleshy leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Atriplex valdesii can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Seeds should be sown in early spring or late summer. The seedlings should be transplanted to individual containers when they are large enough to handle. Atriplex valdesii can also be propagated from cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they are established.
Where to Find Atriplex valdesii
Atriplex valdesii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Atriplex valdesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Atriplex valdesii?
Atriplex valdesii
What type of plant is Atriplex valdesii?
It is a shrub or small tree
What is the natural habitat of Atriplex valdesii?
It is found in dry areas of the western United States
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-2665890: Based on the initial data import
Hilda Flores Olvera (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Flores Olv.' in the authors string.