Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
truncata
ID:
557358

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr. ex S.Watson) A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 8: 398. 1872 [May 1872]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000556690

Common Names

  • Atriplex truncata
  • Truncate Saltbush
  • Saltbush

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Synonyms

  • Atriplex truncata stricta A.Gray [unknown]
  • Obione truncata Torr. ex S.Watson [unknown]

Description

Atriplex truncata (also called truncate 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 truncated tip. It is found in dry, sandy, and salty soils, such as in deserts and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Atriplex truncata 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 truncata has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with round, fleshy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Atriplex truncata 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 truncata 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 truncata

Atriplex truncata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Atriplex truncata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Atriplex truncata?

Atriplex truncata

What type of plant is Atriplex truncata?

It is a shrub or small tree

What is the natural habitat of Atriplex truncata?

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-2665880: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.