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thinleaf fourwing saltbush
Scientific Name: Atriplex canescens var. linearis
Family: Chenopodiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Shrub
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Thinleaf Fwing Saltbush
The Thinleaf Fwing Saltbush, scientifically known as Atriplex canescens var. linearis (S. Watson) Munz, is a fascinating plant with several common names and interesting characteristics.
Common Names
- Thinleaf Fwing Saltbush
- Narrow-leaf Saltbush
- Narrowleaf Wingscale
- Wheelscale Orach
- Wheelscale Saltbush
- Chamizo Cenizo (Spanish)
- Onk i:wagi (Spanish)
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Atriplex canescens var. linearis (S. Watson) Munz
- Species: Atriplex canescens (Pursh) Nutt.
- Variety: Atriplex canescens var. linearis (S. Watson) Munz
- Family: Chenopodiaceae (now considered part of Amaranthaceae)
- Synonym: Atriplex linearis
- Synonym Symbol Scientific Name with Author: Atriplex canescens (Pursh) Nutt. var. linearis (S. Watson) Munz
- Accepted Symbol: ATCAL4
- Symbol: ATCAL4, ATLI2
Distribution and Habitat
The text mentions its presence in Lee Canyon Rd, Nevada. It appears to be native to North America.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Growth Habit: Shrub
- Type: Perennial plant
- Deciduous
- Loses the aerial part during the coldest months of the year. As spring begins, stems and leaves reappear.
Ecological Role
The text notes that F-Wing Saltbush is excellent for wildlife, suggesting a positive ecological role, especially in terms of salt and alkali tolerance.
Quirky Facts
- The common name "Fwing Saltbush" comes from the paperlike wings that project from the seed at right angles.
- Levels of Fwing saltbush have been compared to those of alfalfa.
Human Uses
- Shade Tolerance