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Atriplex mexicana

Description:

Atriplex mexicana, commonly known as Mexican saltbush, is a species of flowering plant in the amaranth family. It is native to Mexico and southwestern United States. This perennial shrub has gray-green leaves and small yellow flowers that bloom during the summer months.

Senses and Usages:

1. Popular Usage:

In popular usage, atriplex mexicana refers to the Mexican saltbush plant, known for its ability to tolerate saline soils and arid conditions.

Example sentence: The atriplex mexicana is often used for land reclamation and erosion control in coastal areas.

2. Local Usage:

In local usage, atriplex mexicana may refer to a specific cultivar or sub-species of the plant with distinctive characteristics in a particular region.

Example sentence: The local atriplex mexicana variety found in the Sonoran Desert has adapted to the extreme temperatures and scarce water resources.

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