Jamaican samphire
Borrichia frutescens
Family: Asteraceae
What it is like
A evergreen shrub. It has rhizomes or underground stems. It forms dense mats 1.2 m tall.
Where it is found
It is a tropical and subtropical plant. It grows in salt marshes. It can be in brackish water and along limestone rocky shores. It grows up to 10 m above sea level. It can tolerate salty, acid or alkaline conditions. It needs a sunny position.
Countries/locations it is found in
America, Central America, Jamaica, Mexico, North America, USA. West Indies
How it is used for food
The young leaves are eaten as a potherb and in salads.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
It can be used as a hedge or ground cover plant. It is slow growing.