Atriplex spinifera
Spinescale Saltbush, Spiny Saltbush
Also known as: Obione spinifera (J.F.Macbr.) Ulbr.
- Obione spinifera (J.F.Macbr.) Ulbr.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Amaranthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.
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Atriplex spinifera (commonly known as Spinescale Saltbush or Spiny Saltbush) is a shrub belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. Found natively in North America, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions. It belongs to the highly diverse genus Atriplex, which contains over 250 distinct species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
California