Black Greasewood

Sarcobatus vermiculatus

Plant type:
Shrub
Lifecycle:
Perennial
Growing season:
Warm, 
Cool
Cover:
Moderate

Soil

Acceptable soil conditions:
Clay, 
Loam, 
Sand
Soil Conditions:
Alkaline
Salt

Location

Min elevation:
2000
Max elevation:
8000
Counties:
Apache County, 
Coconino County, 
Maricopa County, 
Navajo County, 
Pinal County

Reproduction & Growth

Germination overall:
Low
Germination rate:
Moderate
Germination requirements:
cold stratification
Reproduction:
Moderate
Establishment:
Low
Lifespan:
Moderate
Survival:
High

Ecological

Best suited for these site conditions:
Cold
Disturbance
Fire
Best suited for these management goals:
Erosion control
Pollinator habitat
Wildlife habitat

Additional Information

Warning:
Commercial availability:
Not commonly available

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