Pickleweed

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Pickleweed (Salicornia virginica) is a native perennial herb that grows in northern, southern and central California. It tends to grow in salt marshes and alkali flats, at elevations from 0-300 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

4 - 28 in Tall

Color

Red

Flowering season

Summer, Fall

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun

Water

Moderate, High

Soil drainage

Fast, Standing

Soil description

Usually found in saturated, sandy soil.

Natural setting

Site type

Salt marshes, alkaline flats

Plant communities

Coastal Salt Marsh, Wetland-Riparian

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 1 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Western Pygmy Blue

Brephidium exilis

Alternative names

Common names:

Virginia Glasswort, Salt Marsh Pickleweed

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