Enchylaena tomentosa
Barrier Saltbush, Ruby Saltbush
Other regional names: Sturt Saltbush
- Sturt Saltbush
Also known as: Enchylaena brevifolia Gand. +6 more
- Enchylaena brevifolia Gand.
- Enchylaena paradoxa R.Br.
- Enchylaena patens Gand.
- Enchylaena pubescens Moq.
- Enchylaena tomentosa var. tomentosa
- Enchylaena tomentosa var. typica Domin
- Enchylaena tomentosa var. villosa Benth.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Amaranthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub.
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Enchylaena tomentosa (commonly known as Barrier-Saltbush or Ruby Saltbush) is a shrub within the Amaranthaceae family. It naturally occurs in Australasia. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AUSTRALASIA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Australia
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
New South Wales, Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia
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)
New Caledonia, Palestine