Salicornia pachystachya

Salicornia pachystachya

Native to:
Aldabra | Kenya | Madagascar | Mozambique | Mozambique Channel Is. | South Africa | Tanzania

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Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

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

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, waterfowl
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Fall Color:
red, orange

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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 and in saline conditions.

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