Maximowicz's saltbush, Hai bin li
Atriplex maximowicziana
Family: Amaranthaceae
What it is like
A perennial herb. It grows up to 1 m tall. The stems are erect and much branched. The leaves are oval and 2-3 cm long by 1-2 cm wide.
There are about 100-300 Atriplex species. They have also been put in the family Chenopodiaceae.
Where it is found
It grows on beaches. It grows on sandy and coral rocky seashores.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, Hawaii, Japan, Pacific
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves, seeds
How it is grown
Plants can be grown by seed or cuttings.