Seaside cistanthe
Cistanthe maritima

Family: Montiaceae

What it is like

A herb that grows from seed each year. It has a fleshy taproot. The stems are spreading and 7-25 cm long. The leaves are on the stem. They are oval to spoon shaped and 1-6 cm long.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America, USA

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Caladrinia maritima Nutt.; Claytonia maritima (Nutt.) Kuntze;