Alkali heath, Alkali seaheath
Frankenia salina
Family: Frankeniaceae
What it is like
A small shrub. It grows 30 cm tall. The leaves are oval and without stalks.
There are about 70 Frankenia species.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant. It grows in coastal salt marshes.
Countries/locations it is found in
Chile, North America, South America, USA
How it is used for food
The plant is burnt to produce salt.
Edible parts
Ashes-salt, leaves - flavouring
How it is grown
It can be grown from rhizomes. It can be grown from seeds.
Its other names
Local names
Synonyms
Frankenia berteroana Gay;