Salicornia fruticosa, synonym Sarcocornia fruticosa, is a species of glasswort in the family Amaranthaceae (pigweeds). It is native to southern Europe, north Africa, Western Asia and Yemen. It is a halophyte, a plant that can grow in saline conditions.
Salicornia fruticosa shows moderate disease resistance and can be prone to issues like leaf spot. Its susceptibility to insect pests differs by variety, but most varieties are relatively less resistant to pests. For care, Salicornia fruticosa requires regular watering and fertilization, plus frequent pruning of yellow leaves. It is important to manage pests and diseases when they occur and to harvest the plant promptly. Salicornia fruticosa is suited to people who can give some time and energy to routine care.
How to keep Sarcocornia Fruticosa.
Light
Salicornia fruticosa comes from habitats that receive plenty of sunlight, such as open fields and sunny meadows. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial sun.
Temperature
Salicornia fruticosa prefers moderate temperatures, similar to those most people find comfortable. It does best when conditions are neither too hot nor too cold. The main problem with high temperatures is the risk of sunburn, so providing some shade in summer is advisable to avoid excessive heat. When temperatures become lower, Salicornia fruticosa goes into dormancy. If continuous growth is wanted, higher temperatures must be kept through the winter. Frost can damage the plant and should be avoided.
Fertilizer
To maximize the yield and flavor of Salicornia fruticosa, maintain adequate nitrogen levels throughout the entire growth period, including before planting and at harvest. Plants that are well watered and fertilized produce plentiful, healthy leaves and reduce bitterness. Before planting, amend the soil with organic material such as compost or manure, ideally applied 2 to 8 weeks prior.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Succulent, Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Annual
- Genus
- Sarcocornia
- Family
- Amaranthaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 8-11
- Mature Height
- 30 cm to 76 cm
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm to 49 cm
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green, Olive Drab
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Size
- 0.20 cm to 0.25 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
- Planting Time
- Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Mid fall, Late fall
- Native Area
- Saudi Arabia, Libya, Egypt, Turkey, Tunisia, Montenegro, Eritrea, Pakistan, Cyprus, Greece, Croatia, Slovenia, Morocco, Yemen, Portugal, Syria, Italy, Spain, Israel, Oman, Iran, Albania, Algeria, France
Other names.
