Kosteletzkya virginica
(L.) C. Presl. ex A. Gray
Seashore mallow
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Description
A shrub in the mallow family with white flowers that tolerates salty conditions, growing in areas with up to 2.0-2.5% salinity.
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Edible Uses
Seed - cooked. The hulled seeds somewhat resemble millet (Panicum spp.), containing 32% protein and 22% oil.
Distribution
It will grow in salty conditions. It will tolerate 2.0-2.5% salinity during growth.
Where It Grows
Central America, North America, USA, West Indies,
Cultivation
A plant of mainly temperate to subtropical areas, just entering into the tropics in Cuba. Plants can tolerate temperatures down to -15°c. Requires a sunny position. Succeeds in well-drained soils so long as it is irrigated, otherwise it prefers growing in wetter soils. Plants can tolerate 2 - 2.5% salinity during growth.
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References (2)
- Centofanti, T. & Banuelos, G., 2019, Practical uses of Halophytic Plants as Sources of Food and Fodder. CAB International. p 334
- Facciola, S., 1998, Cornucopia 2: a Source Book of Edible Plants. Kampong Publications, p 148
