Atriplex canescens var. macilenta
Fourwing Saltbush, Salton Saltbush
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety
- Botanical Family: Amaranthaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a subshrub or shrub.
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Originating in North America, Atriplex canescens var. macilenta (commonly known as Fourwing Saltbush or Salton saltbush) is a shrub belonging to the Amaranthaceae family. In its natural range, this variety typically occurs in subtropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring variety of Atriplex canescens, which is linked below, along with related subspecies and varieties of this species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
California
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