Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa

Atriplex Nummularia

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Overview

Old Man Saltbush (Atriplex nummularia), often referred to as Chamisa, is an evergreen shrub native to Australia, admired for its resilience in arid conditions. Typically reaching 6-9 feet tall and wide, it showcases silvery-gray foliage and inconspicuous flowers. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-draining soils, making it ideal for xeriscaping. Its dense growth habit provides excellent erosion control and habitat for wildlife.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–11Climate Arid

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — Old Man Saltbush (Atriplex nummularia)

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — often referred to as Chamisa

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — is an evergreen shrub native to Australia

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — admired for its resilience in arid conditions

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — Typically reaching 6-9 feet tall and wide, it showcases silvery-gray foliage and inconspicuous flowers

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-draining soils, making it ideal for xeriscaping

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — Its dense growth habit provides excellent erosion control and habitat for wildlife

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Chenopodiaceae
Climate: Arid

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Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — Old Man Saltbush (Atriplex nummularia)

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — often referred to as Chamisa

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — is an evergreen shrub native to Australia

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — admired for its resilience in arid conditions

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — Typically reaching 6-9 feet tall and wide, it showcases silvery-gray foliage and inconspicuous flowers

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and well-draining soils, making it ideal for xeriscaping

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — Its dense growth habit provides excellent erosion control and habitat for wildlife

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — commonly known as Chamisa or by its scientific name Atriplex nummularia

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — is an evergreen shrub native to Australia but adaptable to various arid regions around the globe

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — With its silvery-grey foliage and rounded growth habit

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — this plant serves as an excellent choice for water-wise landscapes

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — so it requires ample space to flourish in a garden setting

Old Man Saltbush, Chamisa (Atriplex Nummularia) — Its sprawling branches bear leaves that are about 2 to 2.5 inches long

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