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Lindley's saltbush

Scientific Name: Atriplex lindleyi

Family: Chenopodiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Annual, Perennial

Other Names:

       

Lindley's Saltbush (Atriplex lindleyi)

Atriplex lindleyi, commonly known as Lindley's saltbush, is a widespread plant species, particularly in dry regions.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is a shrub or subshrub.
  • The plant produces fruiting bodies.

Scientific Classification

  • Scientific Name: Atriplex lindleyi Moq.
  • Common Name: Lindley's saltbush
  • Family: Chenopodiaceae (now considered part of Amaranthaceae)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms:
    • Atriplex halimoides Lindley (illegitimate)
  • Subspecies:
    • Atriplex lindleyi subsp. quadripartita
    • Atriplex lindleyi subsp. inflata

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Australia, where it is widespread, especially in dry areas.
  • Also found in South Africa (introduced species).
  • Presence reported in Orange County, California.

Ecological Role

  • In some regions, it is considered an invasive species.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Habit: Forb/Herb, Shrub or Subshrub
  • Life Cycle: Annual or Perennial

Other Common Names

  • Sponge-fruit saltbush
  • Sponge Saltbush
  • Blasiesoutbos (Afrikaans)

Further Information

  • USDA PLANTS Database (Symbol: ATLI)
  • Catalogue of Life, 3rd January 2011