Atriplex californica

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California saltbush

California saltbush is a low, spreading, perennial.

It works great as groundcover in sandy coastal areas. The small flowers  (April-November) pack a big punch by providing seed for birds and small mammals.

In the garden it can used as silver contrast for green-foliage plants.

Lifeform: Perennial

Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade

Water: Dry, Light, Moderate

Soil: Sand

Other: Attracts Birds, Drought Tolerant, Erosion Control

 

Ecological Value

Seeds and leaves provide food for wildlife.

Historical Uses

Seeds have been used as a pinole.

Distribution

Native to California and also found outside of California, but is confined to western North America.

Elevation

Between 0 and 190 meters

Communities
Habitat

Sea bluffs, sandy coasts, crevices in sea cliffs, coastal strands, edges of coastal salt marsh, coastal sage scrub.