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Atriplex halimus L.

Synonyms

Atriplex domingensis, Atriplex halimoides, Atriplex kataf, Atriplex serrulata, Chenopodium halimus, Obione domingensis, Obione halimus, Schizotheca halimus

Common names

Mediterranean saltbush, sea orache

Extract from Wikipedia article

Atriplex halimus (known also by its common names: Mediterranean saltbush, Sea orache, Shrubby orache, Silvery orache; ; also spelled orach) is a species of fodder shrub in the family Amaranthaceae, which is native to Europe and Northern Africa, including the Sahara in Morocco.[+]

AI-generated Description

Atriplex halimus, also known as saltbush, is a drought-tolerant shrub native to the Mediterranean region. In Qatar, it is commonly cultivated as an ornamental plant due to its attractive silvery-gray leaves and ability to thrive in hot, arid conditions. Studies have shown that Atriplex halimus can tolerate high temperatures, salinity, and water scarcity, making it a popular choice for landscaping in Qatar's desert climate. It has been found to be a suitable species for urban gardens, parks, and roadside plantings, providing a low-maintenance and visually appealing option for greening the environment in Qatar.

Ornamental plant of Mediterranean saltbush (Atriplex halimus) in Dahl Al Hamam Park at Al Markhiya Street. Doha, Qatar, May 30, 2016
Arab League St, Doha, Qatar

AI-generated summary of observations

The Atriplex halimus plant was observed to be thriving in the arid conditions of Dahl Al Hamam Park in Doha, Qatar. On May 30, 2016, the plant was seen to be growing vigorously, with its characteristic silvery-gray leaves and sturdy stems. The plant's ability to tolerate high temperatures and salty soils made it an ideal choice for landscaping in the park. The Mediterranean saltbush was planted as an ornamental species, adding a touch of natural beauty to the urban landscape. Its drought-tolerant nature allowed it to survive with minimal watering, making it a low-maintenance option for park maintenance. The plant's presence also helped to stabilize the soil and prevent erosion, demonstrating its potential as a useful species for environmental conservation in Qatar's desert climate. Overall, the Atriplex halimus plant was well-suited to the conditions in Dahl Al Hamam Park.

Links

• Flora of Qatar.
• Unknown plants or plants without names.
• Duplicate and extra pictures of plants.
• Earlier version of collection of plants.
• Other collections of pictures from Qatar: Lizards of Qatar, Cats of Qatar, Camels of Qatar, and Fish of Qatar.
• Picture archives.
• Home page of A. Sergeev.

Outside links

• Atriplex halimus, Wikipedia article
• Atriplex halimus from www.catalogueoflife.org
• Ekhlas M. M. Abdel Bary, The Flora of Qatar, Volume I: The Dicotyledons. Doha 2012
• Flora of Qatar, Volume II: The Monocotyledons
• Illustrated Checklist of the Flora of Qatar. John Norton et al. 2009
• Qatar eNature. Flora
• Ali Al-Rawi, Flowering plants of Kuwait, 1985
• Plants of Kuwait
• Flora of Saudi Arabia, Al-Qassim Region
• Flora of Eastern Saudi Arabia by Rain and Dust at Flickr
• Plants of South-Western Morocco
• Pictures from Qatar (Flickr/cpmkutty)
• Arabian plants by Gary Brown
• Flora of Israel

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Acknowledgements

QNHG (Qatar Natural History Group) and associated people, for a possibility to participate in their field excursions and to learn about local nature.