Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Amaranthaceae

Genus:

Salicornia

Species:

Salicornia perennis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Shrub

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

aug, sep

Bloom Colors:

Green

Native Range

United States: Alabama, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, South Carolina, Virginia, Virgin Islands, Washington, Canada: British Columbia

Host Plant for Caterpillars

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

saline, sandy, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.5 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

commonly found in salt marshes and coastal areas