Genus: Atriplex

Common Names: saltbushes, oraches

A genus of approximately 250 diverse and widely distributed species. 

Distribution: coming soon

1. 

Atriplex halimus

Common name(s): saltbush, shrubby orache

Description: evergreen shrub; upright, sprawling growth with angular silver leaves. Edible leaves are high in nutrients, minerals, proteins and electrolytes. Greyish flowers in summer. Used as a feed plant for livestock and to stabilize sand dunes in arid regions and as a medicine by some Bedouin tribes.

Height: to 6 ft. Spread: to  6 ft.