Shrubby Marsh Samphire (Salicornia Fruticosa) is a perennial shrub, 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 fruticosa is a succulent, perennial halophyte shrub native to southern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia, and Yemen, adapted to saline environments.

Shrubby Marsh Samphire

Shrubby Marsh Samphire

Salicornia Fruticosa

Salicornia fruticosa is a succulent, perennial halophyte shrub native to southern Europe, North Africa, Western Asia, and Yemen, adapted to saline environments.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub, succulent
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:saline, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, salt-tolerance landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Shrubby Marsh Samphire

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Prune
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Repot
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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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Shrubby Marsh Samphire
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Taxonomy

Family:Amaranthaceae
Genus:Salicornia