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Powell's saltweed
Scientific Name: Atriplex powellii
Family: Chenopodiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Powell's Saltweed (Atriplex powellii)
Powell's Saltweed, scientifically known as Atriplex powellii, is also referred to as Powell's saltbush, silverscale, orache, or Leafcover saltweed. It's a plant of interest due to its distribution across North America.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant belongs to the Atriplex genus. The text states that no member of this genus contains any toxins.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Atriplex powellii S. Watson
- Common Names: Powell's saltweed, Powell's saltbush, silverscale, orache, Leafcover saltweed
- Family: Chenopodiaceae
- Genus: Atriplex
- Synonyms: A. philonitra
- Taxonomic Rank: Species (powellii)
- Group: Dicot
Distribution and Habitat
- Atriplex powellii is found in the United States and Canada.
Morphological Characteristics
- Powell's Saltweed is described as a forb/herb, which is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
- It is an annual plant.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- The seeds of Atriplex powellii were historically consumed raw or ground with cornmeal.
Further Information
- NIISS (http://www.niiss.org/cwis438/Browse/Organism/Organ) may contain species profile information related to habitat, control, and invasion.
- National Museum of Natural History Collection: Flora of North may also have information on Atriplex powellii.