Big Saltbush

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Big Saltbush (Atriplex lentiformis ssp. lentiformis) is a native shrub that grows in northern, southern and central California. It tends to grow in alkaline or saline washes and dry lakes, at elevations from 0-4900 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Shrub

Size

10 ft Tall

Color

Green, Cream

Special uses

Hedge

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Ease of care

Moderate

Sunset Zones

2*, 3*, 7*, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14*, 15*, 16*, 17*, 18*, 19*, 20*, 21*, 22*, 23*, 24*

Natural setting

Site type

Alkaline or saline washes, dry lakes

Plant communities

Wetland-Riparian

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 15 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Big Saltbush

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