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Seashore mallow
Kosteletzkya virginica

Family: Malvaceae


What it is like

A shrub. The flowers are white.


Where it is found

It will grow in salty conditions. It will tolerate 2.0-2.5% salinity during growth.

Countries/locations it is found in

Central America, North America, USA, West Indies


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Seeds, oil


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Hibiscus virginicus L.;