Suaeda heterotropa

Suaeda heterotropa
Light:
Moisture:
Soil pH:	5.6-8.4
Native to:	Asia
Edible Rating:
Tea:	Yes

Suaeda heterotropa

Propagation: Seed - sow spring in situ.

Cultivation: We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors in many parts of this country.

It dislikes shade, see the plants native range for other ideas on its cultivation needs.

Range: E. Asia.

Edibility: Seed - cooked whole or ground into a powder. A famine food, it is only used when all else fails.

Pollinators: Wind

Soil: Can grow in light, medium, and heavy soils.

Wind: Tolerates maritime wind exposure

Flower Type: Hermaphrodite

Links

• Suaeda heterotropa - Plants for a Future