Herbaceous Seepweed (Suaeda maritima)

Suaeda maritima, or Herbaceous Seepweed, is a succulent annual herb found in coastal salt marshes and saline soils, with fleshy leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for optimal growth and development.

Watering

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Tolerates saline conditions.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, especially saline, sandy, or clay soils.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures, ideal range is 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for optimal growth and development.

Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Tolerates saline conditions.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, especially saline, sandy, or clay soils.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures, ideal range is 15-25°C.

Avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Over-fertilization can cause weak growth.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Foliage

Plant Place Type

Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Aquatic

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.1-0.5 m

Spread

0.2-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None (annual)

Leaf Color

Green, Reddish

Leaf Type

Fleshy, linear to oblong

Flower Size

0.1-0.2 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Flowering & Fruiting Cycles

Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.

Northern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · AugPeak fruit · Aug

FloweringFruiting

Southern hemisphere

Flowering & fruiting calendar

Peak bloom · JunPeak fruit · Jun

FloweringFruiting

Synonyms

Chenopodina aestuaria Dumort.

Chenopodina bacciformis Dumort.

Chenopodina filiformis Moq.

Chenopodina maritima (L.) Moq.

Chenopodina sativa Moq.

Chenopodina spicata Moq.

Chenopodina tortuosa Moq.

Chenopodium filiforme Dumort.

Chenopodium hostii Ledeb.

Chenopodium jacquinii Ten.

Chenopodium macrocarpum Desv.

Chenopodium maritimum L.

Chenopodium spicatum Schult.

Cochliospermum cavanillesii Lag.

Dondia fernaldii Standl.

Dondia maritima (L.) Druce

Dondia richii (Fernald) A.Heller

Kochia sedoides (L.) Schrad.

Lerchia maritima (L.) Kuntze

Salsola carnosa Moq.

Salsola hostii Tratt.

Salsola indica Willd.

Salsola marina Moq.

Salsola maritima (L.) M.Bieb.

Salsola scabra Moq.

Salsola sedoides L.

Salsola succulenta Moq.

Schoberia crassifolia Steud.

Schoberia indica (Willd.) Kostel.

Schoberia macrocarpa C.A.Mey.

Schoberia maritima (L.) C.A.Mey.

Schoberia tortuosa (Moq.) Bunge

Schoeberia complanata Westerl.

Schoeberia ramosa Westerl.

Suaeda aestuaria Dumort.

Suaeda albescens Lázaro Ibiza

Suaeda bacciformis Dumort.

Suaeda cavanillesiana (Lázaro Ibiza) Cout.

Suaeda fernaldii (Standl.) Standl.

Suaeda filiformis Dumort.

Suaeda indica (Willd.) Moq.

Suaeda jacquinii Dumort.

Suaeda littoralis Grecescu

Suaeda macrocarpa Moq.

Suaeda richii Fernald

Suaeda tortuosa Moq.

Taxonomy

kingdomPlantae
divisionTracheophyta
classMagnoliopsida
orderCaryophyllales
familyAmaranthaceae
genusSuaeda
speciesSuaeda maritima

Toxicity

Toxic for humans

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Toxic for pets

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Edible

Additional Care Tips

Water regularly during the growing season, ensuring good drainage. It thrives in moist conditions but can tolerate some drought once established. Avoid waterlogged soil.

Pruning is generally not required. Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed to maintain appearance. Pinching back young plants can encourage bushier growth if desired.

Easily propagated from seed sown directly outdoors in spring after the last frost. Seeds require light to germinate. Can also be propagated by cuttings taken in summer.

As an annual, repotting is not applicable. If grown in a pot, it is typically discarded at the end of the growing season.

FAQs

What are the ideal growing conditions for Suaeda maritima?

Suaeda maritima thrives in full sun, tolerates a wide range of soils including saline and sandy types, and prefers regular watering during the growing season.

Is Suaeda maritima edible?

While some species of Suaeda have been historically consumed, Suaeda maritima is not commonly cultivated or widely recognized as an edible plant for human consumption.

How does Suaeda maritima tolerate salt?

Suaeda maritima is a halophyte, meaning it has specialized adaptations to absorb and tolerate high concentrations of salt in its environment, often found in salt marshes.

When does Suaeda maritima bloom?

Suaeda maritima typically blooms during the summer and autumn months, producing small, inconspicuous green to yellowish flowers.

Can Suaeda maritima be grown in a garden?

Yes, it can be grown in coastal gardens or areas with saline soil. It is an annual and can also be grown in pots, though it is not typically considered an ornamental plant.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for optimal growth and development.

Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water

Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Tolerates saline conditions.

Soil

Tolerant of a wide range of soils, especially saline, sandy, or clay soils.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures, ideal range is 15-25°C.

Avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Aquatic

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Over-fertilization can cause weak growth.

Additional Care Tips

Water regularly during the growing season, ensuring good drainage. It thrives in moist conditions but can tolerate some drought once established. Avoid waterlogged soil.

Pruning is generally not required. Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed to maintain appearance. Pinching back young plants can encourage bushier growth if desired.

Easily propagated from seed sown directly outdoors in spring after the last frost. Seeds require light to germinate. Can also be propagated by cuttings taken in summer.

As an annual, repotting is not applicable. If grown in a pot, it is typically discarded at the end of the growing season.

FAQs

What are the ideal growing conditions for Suaeda maritima?

Suaeda maritima thrives in full sun, tolerates a wide range of soils including saline and sandy types, and prefers regular watering during the growing season.