Salicornia depressa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
depressa
ID:
1295471
Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
tro
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 21: 85 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001294809
Common Names
- Depressa Glasswort
- Depressa's Glasswort
- Salicornia Depressa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Salicornia depressa (also called Dwarf Glasswort, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has fleshy, succulent leaves and grows in salty soils in coastal areas, salt marshes, and salt flats.
Uses & Benefits
Salicornia depressa is used as a source of fuel, fodder, and fiber. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Salicornia depressa has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, with a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Salicornia depressa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Salicornia depressa
Salicornia depressa can be found in the coastal areas of the Mediterranean.
Salicornia depressa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salicornia depressa?
Salicornia depressa
What type of plant is Salicornia depressa?
It is an annual herb.
Where is Salicornia depressa found?
It is found in the Caucasus region.
Species in the Salicornia genus
Salicornia arabica, Salicornia deserticola, Salicornia dolichostachya, Salicornia emerici, Salicornia ramosissima, Salicornia pusilla, Salicornia patula, Salicornia praecox, Salicornia perennans, Salicornia pojarkovae, Salicornia procumbens, Salicornia senegalensis, Salicornia europaea, Salicornia nitens, Salicornia obscura, Salicornia freitagii, Salicornia rubra, Salicornia perrieri, Salicornia bigelovii, Salicornia subterminalis, Salicornia virginica, Salicornia meyeriana, Salicornia uniflora, Salicornia pacifica, Salicornia depressa, Salicornia maritima,
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-7200738: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.