Herb latin name: Suaeda japonica


Family: Chenopodiaceae (Goosefoot Family)



Edible parts of Suaeda japonica:

Leaves - cooked. A salty flavour, they are used with soy beans.

Description of the plant:



Plant:
Annual


Height:
30 cm
(11 3/4 inch)

Habitat of the herb:

Seashores in S. Japan.

Propagation of Suaeda japonica:

Seed - sow spring in situ.

Cultivation of the herb:

Seashores in S. Japan.

Medicinal use of Suaeda japonica:

None known

Known hazards of Suaeda japonica:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.