natural herbs
Salsola asparagoides
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:
AnnualHabitat 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 knownKnown hazards of Salsola asparagoides:
None knownPlant information taken from the Plants For A Future.