Salicornia europaea

Salicornia europaea

Native to:
Belgium | Denmark | Finland | France | Germany | Ireland | Netherlands | Norway | Poland | Spain | Sweden

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Amaranthaceae
Genus:
Salicornia
Species:
Salicornia europaea

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
45 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
green, yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, small mammals
Salt Tolerant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds germinate best after cold stratification; sow on moist saline substrate.

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