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Atriplex (From a not and traphein)

(from a, not, and traphein, to nourish). ORD. Chenopodiaceae. A genus of, for the most part, uninteresting weeds, of very variable form and habit, and having the calyx, which incloses the fruit, enlarging after flowering. For culture, see Orach.

A. hortensis (garden). Orach; Sea Purslane. An annual species from Tartary, of no value as an ornamental plant, but considered a very desirable substitute for Spinach. The leaves must be gathered for use when young. The variety A. h. atro-sanguinea is a very pretty form, having handsome crimson leaves, and growing to a height of about 4ft. It is well worth growing with such plants as Amarantus, &c.