Atriplex argentea Silvery orach (Chenopodiaceae)

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Atriplex argentea
Silvery orach
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The Atriplex argentea plant species is found in N. America - Manitoba and south to California. It is a member of the Chenopodiaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Silvery orach.

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Latin Name:  Atriplex argentea
Common Name:  Silvery orach
Family:  Chenopodiaceae
Author:  Nutt.

Known Hazards:  No member of this genus contains any toxins, all have more or less edible leaves. However, if grown with artificial fertilizers, they may concentrate harmful amounts of nitrates in their leaves.

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Alkaline flats[43]. Dry or saline soils[235].

Medicinal Information: The leaves have been used as a fumigant in the treatment of pain[257]. A poultice of the leaves has been applied to spider bites[257]. A cold infusion of the plant has been used to treat sickness caused by drinking bad water, and to purify the water[257]. A poultice of the chewed roots has been applied to sores and rashes[257]. An infusion of the root has been used in the treatment of stomach aches[257].

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