saltbush

/ˈsɒltˌbuʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

a shrub of the genus Atriplex, often with leaves that have a high salt content, and are used by sheep and other animals as a food source in arid regions.

“The saltbush was a vital source of nutrition for the sheep during the long drought.”

Synonyms

  • atriplex
  • saltwort

Antonyms

  • sweetgrass