Cattle Saltbush

Atriplex polycarpa

Plant type:
Shrub
Lifecycle:
Perennial
Cover:
Moderate

Soil

Acceptable soil conditions:
Loam,
Sand
Soil Conditions:
Alkaline
CaCO3 tolerant
Salt

Location

Min elevation:
400
Max elevation:
4000
Counties:
Clark,
Lincoln,
Nye

Reproduction & Growth

Growth rate:
Low
Germination overall:
NA
Germination rate:
NA
Germination requirements:
NA
Reproduction:
NA
Establishment:
High
Lifespan:
Moderate
Survival:
NA

Ecological

Best suited for these site conditions:
Best suited for these management goals:
Drought resilience
Erosion control
Forage production
Pollinator habitat
Increased soil health
Wildlife habitat

Additional Information

Warning:
Citations:

Nord 1977, Chatterton & McKell 1969

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