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Atriplex lindleyi ssp. conduplicata

Scientific Name: Atriplex lindleyi ssp. conduplicata

Family: Chenopodiaceae

Category: Dicot

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Atriplex lindleyi

Atriplex lindleyi is a species of saltbush also known as Lindley's Saltbush and Grey Orache. Several subspecies are mentioned in the provided text, including Atriplex lindleyi subsp. conduplicata and Atriplex lindleyi subsp. inflata. Other common names include Australian Saltbush, Blasiebrak, Klappiesbrak, and Sponge-fruit Saltbush. Baldoo is also used to refer specifically to Atriplex lindleyi subsp. conduplicata.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is commonly found in home gardens.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is commonly found in home gardens.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Atriplex lindleyi
  • Family: Amaranthaceae (formerly Chenopodiaceae)
  • Kingdom: (Implied: Plantae)
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Infraspecific Ranks: Subspecies (subsp.) and Variety (var.)
  • Synonyms and Alternative Names:
    • Atriplex conduplicata F.Muell.
    • Atriplex inflata F. Muell.
    • Blackiella inflata
    • Atriplex lindleyi Moq.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to Western Australia, where it is widespread, especially in dry areas.
  • Naturalized in South Africa.
  • Observed in Tunisia.

Ecological Role

  • Atriplex lindleyi subsp. inflata is a declared Category 3 invasive plant in South Africa. This means it is regulated to prevent its further spread.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The leaves of Atriplex lindleyi subsp. conduplicata are roundish.
  • The fruiting bodies of Atriplex lindleyi subsp. conduplicata are flattened, with two broad rounded wings arising from near the base.
  • Some varieties are erect.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • Observed with Formicidae spp. (ants).

Further Information

  • APNI (Australian Plant Name Index)
  • IPNI (International Plant Names Index)
  • NYBG Virtual Herbarium
  • The Plant List
  • Encyclopedia of Life (EOL)
  • Red List of South African Plants
  • SANBI (South African National Biodiversity Institute)
  • Euro+Med Plantbase
  • Alamy Stock Photos
  • B and T World Seeds' database