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Sarcobatus vermiculatus Black greasewood

Previous scientific name(s): Sarcobatus vermiculatus var. baileyi

 

Deciduous, much-branched shrub 2 to 8 feet tall occurring on clay saline or alkaline bottom lands as well as medium textured valley bottoms and benches, from 2,000 to 8,500 ft. Provides valuable cover to small mammals. Only fair palatability for livestock and wildlife.

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Species Attributes

Height:

2 - 8 feet

Life Form:

Native or Introduced:

Native

Season:

Sun & Shade Tolerance:

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Elevation:

2,000 - 8,500 ft.

Precipitation:

6 in.

Soil Texture
Coarse:

Not Adapted

Moderately Coarse:

Not Adapted

Medium:

Average

Moderately Fine:

Best

Fine:

Best

Soil pH
Acidic:

Not Adapted

Neutral:

Average

Basic:

Best

Seeding Rate:

PLS lbs/Acre

Pure Seed per Bushel:

23.30 lbs.

Seeds per Pound:

245,000

Germination Time:

Days

Blooming Season:

Spring Summer

Mycorrhizal Dependent:

Yes

Bloom Color:

Inconspicuous

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