Dwarf glasswort
Salicornia bigelovii
Family Chenopodiaceae - emergent vegetation
Distinguishing Characteristics |
Emergent vegetation, succulent-like; main stalk (stem) horizontal, not creeping, 1 root per plant, sometimes appearing as a miniature tree; color green, may turn red in late summer and early fall; roots extend from nodes; stalks fleshy, jointed, appearing leafless, may have small leafy scales at joints; sometimes has seed spikes on distal end of stalks; gets up to 60 cm (24 in). |
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Habitat |
Salt marshes and beaches |
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Other Common Names |
annual glasswort, dwarf saltwort |
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