Herb latin name: Salsola asparagoides


Synonyms: Suaeda asparagoides


Family: Chenopodiaceae (Goosefoot Family)



Edible parts of Salsola asparagoides:

Young leaves and stems - cooked. A crunchy tender texture with a salty flavour.

Description of the plant:



Plant:
Annual

Habitat of the herb:

Salt marshes by the coast.

Propagation of Salsola asparagoides:

Seed - sow spring in situ. The seed has a short viability and should be stored cool over the winter.

Cultivation of the herb:

Salt marshes by the coast.

Medicinal use of Salsola asparagoides:

None known

Known hazards of Salsola asparagoides:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.