Salicornia — 6 species
Botanical species in the genus Salicornia recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Salicornia bigelovii
Salicornia bigelovii
Family: Amaranthaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of the country. The plants native habitat will give some idea of its cultivation needs. Recent research has shown this plant to have excellent potential as a commercial crop in arid and desert regions near the sea.
Full cultivation guide →Salicornia europaea
Salicornia europaea
Family: Amaranthaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a rich organic soil with ample nitrogen and regular watering. This species is little, if at all, cultivated and its exact requirements are not clearly understood. It is not known if the plant will require periodic inundation by salty water to grow well.
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Salicornia quinqueflora
Salicornia quinqueflora
Family: Amaranthaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it is unlikely succeed outdoors in any but the mildest parts of the country. The plants native habitat will give some idea of its cultivation needs.
Full cultivation guide →Salicornia rubra
Salicornia rubra
Family: Amaranthaceae
Cultivation
Prefers a rich organic soil with ample nitrogen and regular watering. This species is little, if at all, cultivated and its exact requirements are not clearly understood. It is not known if the plant will require periodic inundation by salty water to grow well.
Full cultivation guide →Salicornia virginica
Salicornia virginica
Family: Amaranthaceae
Cultivation
We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in most parts of the country. There is some doubt over the correct application of this name, it probably refers to S. depressa. The plants native habitat will give some idea of its cultivation needs.
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