Sickle Saltbush

Carried by 0 nurseries

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Sickle Saltbush (Atriplex gardneri var. falcata) is a rare native perennial herb that grows in Central and Northern California, primarily in the Warner Mountains and Modoc Plateau regions. It tends to grow in open and alkaline soils and , at elevations from 3900-5600 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

4 - 24 in Tall

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Natural setting

Site type

Open, often alkaline soils,

Plant communities

Sagebrush Scrub, Wetland-Riparian

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 2 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alfalfa Looper Moth

Autographa californica

Common Sootywing

Pholisora catullus

Alternative names

Common names:

Sickle Saltbush

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