Atriplex × aptera
Moundscale
Also known as: Atriplex arenaria subsp. aptera (A.Nelson) H.M.Hall & Clem. +4 more
- Atriplex arenaria subsp. aptera (A.Nelson) H.M.Hall & Clem.
- Atriplex canescens subsp. aptera (A.Nelson) H.M.Hall & Clem.
- Atriplex canescens var. aptera (A.Nelson) C.L.Hitchc.
- Atriplex gardneri var. aptera (A.Nelson) S.L.Welsh & Crompton
- Obione ×aptera (A.Nelson) S.C.Sand. & G.L.Chu
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Amaranthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.
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Originating in North America, Atriplex × aptera (commonly known as Moundscale) is a shrub belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. In its natural range, this hybrid typically occurs in temperate conditions. The parent species of this naturally occurring hybrid are linked below.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
North-Central U.S.A., Northwestern U.S.A., Western Canada
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alberta, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Saskatchewan, South Dakota, Wyoming
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Kazakhstan
Parent Species