Is Dwarf Glasswort safe for pets?

Yes, Dwarf Glasswort (Salicornia Bigelovii) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Dwarf Glasswort easy to care for?

Dwarf Glasswort has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun light.

Can Dwarf Glasswort grow indoors?

Dwarf Glasswort is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Dwarf Glasswort (Salicornia Bigelovii) is a annual succulent in the Amaranthaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Salicornia bigelovii is an annual, succulent halophyte found in salt marshes, characterized by jointed, fleshy stems and a salt-tolerant nature.

Last updated: February 2026

Dwarf Glasswort

Salicornia Bigelovii

Salicornia bigelovii is an annual, succulent halophyte found in salt marshes, characterized by jointed, fleshy stems and a salt-tolerant nature.

Quick Facts

Type

succulent

Lifecycle

annual

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

8-11

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, saline, loamy

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, soil stabilization

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dwarf Glasswort

Jan

Prune

Feb

Fertilize

Mar

Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Amaranthaceae

Genus:Salicornia