Powell's Saltweed
Herb latin name: Powell's Saltweed,Powell's Saltweed Extract
Latin name: Atriplex powellii
Family: Chenopodiaceae (Goosefoot Family)
Habitat of the herb: the herb: Alkaline flats and badlands, Montana to S. Alberta, south to Arizona and New Mexico. 1500 - 1800 metres in Arizona, often on denuHabitat of the herb: the herb: Alkaline flats and badlands, Montana to S. Alberta, south to Arizona and New Mexico. 1500 - 1800 metres in Arizona, often on denuded land.
Propagation of Powell's Saltweed: Seed - sow April/May in situ. Germination is usually rapid.
Cultivation of the herb: Alkaline flats and badlands, Montana to S. Alberta, south to Arizona and New Mexico. 1500 - 1800 metres in Arizona, often on denuded land.
Medicinal use of Powell's Saltweed: None known
Known hazards of Atriplex powellii: 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.
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