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Glasswort, scientifically known as Arthrocnemum fruticosum, is a subshrub to shrub that thrives in the arid and semi-arid regions of Kriti and Western Sahara, as well as in Arizona, California, and Idaho. Glasswort (Latin: Arthrocnemum fruticosum) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Glasswort is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Glasswort is a member native to ARI, CAL, IDA, MXE, MXN, and NEV. Glasswort thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy) or medium in texture.
Glasswort grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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