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Plant Name:
Fourwing Saltbush
Scientific Name:
Atriplex canescens
Description:
Fourwing Saltbush is a woody perennial shrub with silvery-gray leaves and small inconspicuous flowers. It produces distinctive four-winged fruits that persist on the plant throughout the year.
Habitat:
Arid and semi-arid regions, desert ecosystems
Fauna:
Fourwing Saltbush provides food and cover for a variety of wildlife, including birds and small mammals.
Growing Conditions:
Fourwing Saltbush is adapted to arid conditions and can tolerate drought
Uses:
Fourwing Saltbush is commonly used for erosion control and as a forage plant for livestock.
Edible:
(please exercise caution and consult additional sources or experts before consuming any vegetation):
No
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Poisonous:
No
Fun Facts:
Fourwing Saltbush is an important plant for stabilizing soils and supporting desert ecosystems. It has salt-tolerant characteristics.
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