Western Seepweed

Suaeda occidentalis

Physical Characteristics

Suaeda occidentalis is a ANNUAL. It is in flower from July to October, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline and saline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.

Distribution

Western N. America - Washington to Colorado.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Seed Edible Uses: Young leaves - raw or cooked. A salty flavour[172]. Seed - raw or cooked[172].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known