Glasswort
Herb latin name: Glasswort,Glasswort Extract
Latin name: Salicornia europaea
Synonyms: Salicornia herbaceaSalicornia herbacea
Family: Chenopodiaceae (Goosefoot Family)
Habitat of the herb: the herb: Coastal sands, mudflats and salt marshes, often near the low tide mark. Other uses of Glasswort: The ashes obtained from burningHabitat of the herb: the herb: Coastal sands, mudflats and salt marshes, often near the low tide mark.
Other uses of Glasswort: The ashes obtained from burning this plant are rich in potash and are used in making soap or glass. The ashes can also be used as a soap.
Propagation of the herb: Seed - best sown in situ as soon as ripe in a well-drained outdoor bed.
Cultivation of Glasswort: Coastal sands, mudflats and salt marshes, often near the low tide mark.
Medicinal use of the herb: None known
Known hazards of Salicornia europaea: None known
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