Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
intracontinentalis
ID:
507143

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sukhor.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 108: 349 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506475

Common Names

  • Intracontinentalis Atriplex
  • Intracontinentalis Orache
  • Intracontinentalis Saltbush

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Description

Atriplex intracontinentalis (also called Intracontinental Atriplex, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody rootstock and its leaves are alternate, with a length of 2-4 cm. It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Atriplex intracontinentalis is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible fruit. The fruit is rich in vitamin C and can be eaten raw or used to make juices, jams, and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Atriplex intracontinentalis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, round, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atriplex intracontinentalis can be propagated through seeds or division of clumps. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Atriplex intracontinentalis

Atriplex intracontinentalis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Atriplex intracontinentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atriplex intracontinentalis?

Atriplex intracontinentalis

What are the common names of Atriplex intracontinentalis?

Intracontinental Saltbush

What is the natural habitat of Atriplex intracontinentalis?

It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands in India

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,

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