Atriplex Hymenelytra can be known by several other names, some of which include desert saltbush, thinleaf saltbush or desert saltwort. The plant is commonly found in the North American continent, especially in regions of the Mojave Desert, Great Basin, and Colorado Plateau. The herbaceous shrub is renowned for its adaptability to different soil types and its ability to grow in extreme environmental conditions. The plant has long been utilized for medicinal purposes by Native American tribes. The plant's leaves are known to be rich in minerals such as calcium, potassium, and magnesium, resulting in its inclusion in many native dishes.