noun
saltbush
SAWLT-bush
Saltbush (noun) means any plant of the genus Atriplex, a group of shrubs found in dry or salty habitats that have edible, spinach-like leaves. Example: “Saltbush grows well along the coast where few other plants survive.”
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Any plant of the genus Atriplex, a group of shrubs found in dry or salty habitats that have edible, spinach-like leaves.
"Saltbush grows well along the coast where few other plants survive."
"The farmer planted saltbush to feed sheep during the dry season."
"Saltbush leaves can be cooked and eaten much like spinach."
How to use saltbush
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSaltbush is a hardy shrub that copes well with salty, dry ground.
When to use it
It is a plain, everyday plant name used in gardening and farming contexts.
Memory tip
Remember it as a plant literally named for tolerating salt in its soil.
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Common pairings
a stand of saltbush
graze on saltbush
plant saltbush
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_____ grows well along the coast where few other plants survive.
Etymology
The name is a straightforward compound of salt and bush, describing a shrub adapted to salty ground.
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Frequently asked questions
What is saltbush?
It is any of the Atriplex shrubs that grow in dry or salty places and have edible, spinach-like leaves.
Can you eat saltbush?
Yes, its leaves are edible and are often prepared in a similar way to spinach.
Why is it called saltbush?
It gets its name from thriving in salty soils, such as those found near deserts and seashores.
What is the meaning of saltbush?
"saltbush" (noun) means any plant of the genus Atriplex, a group of shrubs found in dry or salty habitats that have edible, spinach-like leaves.
