Salsola komarovii

Physical Characteristics

Salsola komarovii is a ANNUAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). It is in flower from July to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline and saline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan, Siberia.

Habitats

Edible Uses

Young leaves and stems - cooked[105, 177]. A crunchy tender texture[206].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known