Atriplex paludosa subsp. baudinii facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Atriplex paludosa subsp. baudinii |
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Order: | Caryophyllales |
| Family: | Amaranthaceae |
| Genus: | Atriplex |
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A. p. subsp. baudinii
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| Atriplex paludosa subsp. baudinii (Moq.) Aellen
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Atriplex paludosa subsp. baudinii is a special type of plant found only in Western Australia. It's a subspecies of the marsh saltbush.
About This Plant
This plant is a shrub that stands upright, growing up to about one meter (or three feet) tall. Its leaves are oval-shaped, usually between one and four centimeters long. They are also covered in tiny scales, which gives them a unique look.
How It Got Its Name
Scientists give plants special names to help identify them. This plant was first named Atriplex paludosa var. Baudini in 1849. It was named by a scientist called Alfred Moquin-Tandon. He studied plant samples collected during the Baudin expedition, which was a trip to explore and collect plants.
Later, the spelling of 'Baudini' was changed to 'baudinii'. In 1938, another scientist, Paul Aellen, changed its rank. He decided it should be called a "subspecies" instead of a "variety." This means it's a distinct group within the marsh saltbush family.
Where It Grows
This plant grows almost only in the Southwest Botanical Province of Western Australia. This area is known for its unique plants and is a special place for many different species.
