Lentiform saltbush seeds

Number 1000 seeds Common name: Atriplex lentiformis Scientific name: Atriplex lentiformis Other names: Suma shrub Perennial shrub, fast-growing, from the genus Atriplex, family Chenopodiaceae, with dense branches, leaves that are oval-shaped, grayish-green in color, exceeding one meter in height, and a fodder plant rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and salts. It is characterized by rapid growth and salt tolerance. Flower of Atriplex lentiformis shrub: The flower is pale green, gradually turning yellow, blooming during spring and summer. Seeds of Atriplex lentiformis shrub: Small, light-colored seeds, similar in size to lentils. Growing season of Atriplex lentiformis shrub: Cultivated in autumn and spring; it can also be grown year-round in moderate regions and agricultural reserves. Suitable climate and soil for Atriplex lentiformis shrub: Tolerant of heat, frost, and drought; loves sunlight; thrives in well-drained sandy or clay soils. Method of cultivation of Atriplex lentiformis shrub: Propagated by seeds planted in soil at a depth not exceeding 1 cm; watered intensively—without flooding—and saltwater is not suitable during germination; after seedlings appear, watering is gradually reduced. Its benefits and uses: Grown as fodder for camels and livestock; also used as windbreaks and garden fences. Original habitat of Atriplex lentiformis shrub: Nevada desert in the USA and Mexico.