Four-wing Saltbush Atriplex canescens Not know for its flowers, this bush, sometimes called quailbush, provides shelter for desert inhabitants like birds. Atriplex species takes salt out of the soil and deposit it on hairs on the leaf surface. The hairs eventually die and leave salt deposits on the leaves that reflect heat. Flowers: J F M A M J J A S O N DStatus: NativeOrigin: Common through much of the Sonoran Desert, especially near rivers or areas that are occasionally floodedFamily: AmaranthaceaeSize: 5′ high x 8′ wideSun: Full and reflectedWatering: LowGrowth Rate: ModerateSoil: TolerantTemperature: Hardy to 0 FPruning:Disease and Pests:Uses: Excellent bird nesting habitat, granivorous birds eat the seeds, larval host for the Western Pygmy Blue, Mohave Sooty Wing, Saltbush Sooty Wing, Geometric MothNotes:Â Inconspicuous flowers, allergenic Resources Spadefoot Nursery Southwest Desert Flora AZNPS Wikipedia AMWUA Smart Plant Tags Imagine a world where every garden, school yard, and public space becomes an immersive and educational experience. A place where nature and knowledge intertwine to create stunning interpretive trails. With a simple scan using your smartphone, you’ll unlock a whole new level of information and convenience. Products search Share this:FacebookXWhatsAppPinterestRedditPrintLike this:Like Loading...
