Atriplex serenana
Bractscale
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The Atriplex serenana plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - California. It is a member of the Chenopodiaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Bractscale. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. bracteosa. S. Wats.

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Latin Name:  Atriplex serenana
Common Name:  Bractscale
Family:  Chenopodiaceae
Author:  A.Nels.
 
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:  3   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Alkaline valleys at low elevations, grassland and coastal sage scrub[71].

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