Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
atriplicinum
ID:
1295750

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Ulbr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. ed. 2 , 16c: 496 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295088



Common Names

  • Scleroblitum
  • Atriplicinum
  • Saltbush


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Description

Scleroblitum atriplicinum (also called Atriplicinum Scleroblitum, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. It has yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Scleroblitum atriplicinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scleroblitum atriplicinum is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown nut with a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scleroblitum atriplicinum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Scleroblitum atriplicinum

Scleroblitum atriplicinum is native to Australia, occurring in all mainland states.

Scleroblitum atriplicinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scleroblitum atriplicinum?

Scleroblitum atriplicinum

What is the common name of Scleroblitum atriplicinum?

Atriplex-like Scleroblitum

What is the natural habitat of Scleroblitum atriplicinum?

Scleroblitum atriplicinum is native to Australia

Species in the Scleroblitum genus

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 tro-7201761: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Oskar Eberhard Ulbrich (1879-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ulbr.' in the authors string.