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Atriplex cordifolia
Scientific Name: Atriplex cordifolia
Family: Chenopodiaceae
Category: Dicot
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Atriplex cordifolia
Atriplex cordifolia, described by John McConnell Black, is an accepted scientific name for a plant species within the Atriplex genus, commonly known as saltbush.
Considerations for Pets
- Atriplex species are often found in gardens.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Atriplex cordifolia J.M. Black
- Family: Amaranthaceae (formerly Chenopodiaceae)
- Genus: Atriplex
- Author: J.M. Black
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to South Australia.
Ecological Role
- Some Atriplex species, such as Atriplex prostrata, are considered environmental weeds in certain regions.
- Many species of Atriplex are halophytic, meaning they are adapted to saline environments.
Morphological Characteristics
- Xerohalophyte: Adapted to both dry and salty conditions.
- Subshrub growth habit.
Additional Information
- Minimum temperature: The plant doesn't like temperatures below 15°C.
Further Information
- Discover Life: Discover Life's page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification and distribution of Atriplex cordifolia J. M. Black.
- Australian National Botanic Gardens: Atriplex cordifolia J.M.Black - name, type, taxonomic history & references
- Encyclopedia of Life: Information can be found in the Encyclopedia of Life regarding Atriplex cordifolia and the Atriplex genus.
- The South African National Biodiversity Institute's southern African Plant Observations
- B & T World Seeds database
- USDA Plants Database