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Salicornia rubra, commonly known as red glasswort, is an annual subshrub or herb that thrives in a variety of habitats across North America, from Alberta and British Columbia to states like Colorado and Iowa. Salicornia rubra (Latin: Salicornia rubra, family Amaranthaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Salicornia rubra is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Salicornia rubra is a member of the Amaranthaceae family native to ABT, BRC, COL, IDA, IOW, and KAN. Salicornia rubra thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist conditions, making it suitable for areas with light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) soil types.
Salicornia rubra grows best in full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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