Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Amaranthaceae

Genus:

Soda

Species:

Soda inermis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Bloom Months:

may

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, alkaline, well-drained soil

pH:

7.5 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions, prefers saline conditions