Salicornia virginica

Also Known As

American Glasswort
Pickleweed
Saltwort
Turtleweed

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 3'-30'

planting zones

6a-10b

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Salicornia virginica plant details

Salicornia virginica is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer flowers emerge. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average, clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salicornia virginica

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: amaranthaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 30 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salicornia virginica

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: erosion and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pickleweed is a halophytic (tolerant of salty conditions).It is a spreading, low growing perennial which grows in various zones of intertidal salt marshes and can be found in alkaline flats. Salicornia species are being tested as a biofuel crop as it is composed of 32% oil and being a halophyte can be irrigated with salt water. The leaves can be eaten raw or cooked to give a salty flavor. Native to California and also found elsewhere in North America and beyond. Provides essential habitat for the endangered saltmarsh harvest mouse. This mouse is endemic to the San Francisco Bay Area salt marshes. The plant has been used externally in the treatment of arthritic pain, rheumatism, aches, pains and swellings. Found in salt marsh. Communitites located in Coastal Salt Marsh, Wetland-riparian Between 0 and 328 feet.