Salicornia arabica
L.
Amaranthaceae Edible: Leaves
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Description
A tropical herb in the Amaranthaceae family with edible leaves.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten.
Distribution
A tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Madagascar, North Africa,
Notes
Also put in the family Chenopodiaceae.
References (2)
- Jardin, C., 1970, List of Foods Used In Africa, FAO Nutrition Information Document Series No 2.p 99
- Martin, F.W. & Ruberte, R.M., 1979, Edible Leaves of the Tropics. Antillian College Press, Mayaguez, Puerto Rico. p 218
