Red Saltwort (Salicornia Rubra) is a annual succulent in the Amaranthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Salicornia rubra is a succulent, halophytic plant native to saline environments, known for its reddish stems and adaptation to salt flats and alkaline soils.

Red Saltwort

Red Saltwort

Salicornia Rubra

Salicornia rubra is a succulent, halophytic plant native to saline environments, known for its reddish stems and adaptation to salt flats and alkaline soils.

Quick Facts

Type
succulent
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, saline, alkaline
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, salt tolerance demonstration

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Red Saltwort

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