Contains 3 accepted taxa overall.
Characteristics
Classification
Citation
ATRIPLEX Linnaeus, Sp. Pl. 1052. 1753, nom. cons.
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TYPE: Atriplex hortensis Linnaeus 1753, typ. cons.
Species
| Scientific Name | Common Name | Herbarium Specimens | Status | Photos |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atriplex mucronata | Seabeach Orach | |||
| Atriplex pentandra | Seabeach Orach | |||
| Atriplex prostrata | Thinleaf Orach, Fat-hen |
Identification Key
1. Larger leaf blades 3-15 mm wide, entire or some with few teeth; fruiting bracteoles 2-5 mm wide or long
1. Larger leaf blades 10-80 mm wide, usually with several teeth; fruiting bracteoles (3)4-8(10) mm wide or long
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2. Plants erect; leaf blade ovate to lanceolate, with Kranz anatomy
2. Plants decumbent; leaf blade ovate to deltate, without Kranz anatomy
Genus Synonyms
| Synonym | Full Citation | Basionym | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| No synonyms found. | |||