Glasswort
Arthroceras subterminale

Family: Amaranthaceae

What it is like

A small succulent shrub. It has many branches. The younger fleshy joints form a sheath. The flowers are in spikes that can be in the axils of leaves or at the ends of branches.

There are 7 Arthrocnemum species which grow in salty marshes. Also put in the family Chenopodiaceae.

Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Mexico, North America, USA

How it is used for food

The seeds are ground and eaten.

Edible parts

Leaves, seeds

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Arthrocnemum subterminale (Parish) Standl.; Salicornia subterminalis Parish;