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Hillman's silverscale
Scientific Name: Atriplex hillmanii
Family: Chenopodiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual, Perennial
Other Names:
Hillman's Silverscale (Atriplex hillmanii)
Hillman's Silverscale, scientifically known as Atriplex hillmanii, is a fascinating plant belonging to the genus Atriplex. It is also commonly referred to as Hillman's silverscale saltbush, silverscale, and silverscale saltweed.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Atriplex hillmanii (M.E. Jones) Standl.
- Family: Chenopodiaceae
- Synonyms:
- Atriplex argentea Nutt. var. hillmanii M.E. Jones
- Atriplex argentea var. longitrichoma
Distribution and Habitat
This species is considered native to California but is more common elsewhere. One documented location is the Pine Nut Mountains, found at an elevation of 1290 m (4225 ft).
Morphological Characteristics
- Atriplex hillmanii is classified as a forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- Stems typically measure 1.5–2(3) dm and can be decumbent to ascending.
- It is an annual herb.
Ecological Role
While native, Atriplex argentea var. hillmanii is noted to be somewhat weedy in certain environments.
Additional Information
- It is listed as California Rare Plant Rank 2.2: Plants Rare, Threatened, or Endangered in California, But More Common Elsewhere.