Family:
Chenopodiaceae
Atriplex eardleyae
Small Saltbush
Other Names:
Regional Subspecies:
n/a
Occurrence:
Habit:
Small prostrate to erect perennial sub-shrub. Mealy white, obovate leaves, entire or toothed. Bell-shaped fruits, 4-5 mm wide. Flowers all year round.
Habitat & Site Preference:
Variety of vegetation communities and soil types. Fairly well-drained light to heavy soil. Drought and frost tolerant. Prefers 300 – 400 mm rainfall in the Riverina.
Seed Collection and Propagation:
Soak fruits in water to remove salt before sowing or remove seeds and sow directly. Sow 2-3 seeds per pot, expect germination in 2-4 weeks.
Values and Uses:
Readily eaten by stock and considered a useful component of any pasture