Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
procumbens
ID:
557156

Status:
valid

Authors:
Less.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 9: 203 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556488

Common Names

  • Prostrate Orache
  • Prostrate Saltbush
  • Procumbens Saltbush

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Description

Atriplex procumbens (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 procumbens 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Atriplex procumbens 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 procumbens 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 procumbens

Atriplex procumbens is native to the Mediterranean region.

Atriplex procumbens FAQ

What is the growth rate of Atriplex procumbens?

Atriplex procumbens has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What type of soil does Atriplex procumbens prefer?

Atriplex procumbens prefers sandy, well-drained soils.

What is the average lifespan of Atriplex procumbens?

Atriplex procumbens 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,